Transformation Design
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Become a changemaker and design a better future with Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences’ innovative BA in Transformation Design. This four-year, full-time program equips you with the skills and knowledge to become a future-focused designer, fostering critical thinking, a holistic understanding of complex systems, and the ability to design solutions that drive positive social and environmental change.
Key Features:
- Design Thinking for Transformation: Master human-centered design principles and explore design thinking methodologies specifically tailored to address global challenges and societal issues. Learn to identify systemic problems, co-create solutions with stakeholders, and design interventions for a more sustainable and equitable future.
- Interdisciplinary Approach: Explore design beyond traditional boundaries. Integrate knowledge from fields like science, technology, social sciences, and business to develop comprehensive and impactful design solutions for complex challenges.
- Research and Innovation: Develop strong research skills and learn to leverage data and user insights to inform your design process. Explore emerging technologies and their potential to create positive change in various sectors.
- Project-Based Learning: Develop your design skills and problem-solving abilities through engaging transformation design projects. Work on real-world challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to projects that address issues like climate change, social inequality, or resource scarcity.
This program is ideal for students with a passion for design, a desire to make a positive impact, and a curiosity about the future. Graduates emerge as versatile transformation designers prepared for diverse careers in various fields, including:
- Design for sustainability and social innovation
- Design for social change and community development
- Circular economy design
- Service design for positive impact
- Design research and futures studies
- Design consultancies focused on social impact
- Design teams within NGOs and social enterprises
- Starting your own impact-driven design practice
- Further studies in design research, strategic design, or related fields (e.g., social innovation, sustainability management)
Notes
Application deadline for EU students is May 1.
Deadline Round 1: February 18, 2024 - EU & Non-EU applicants
Deadline Round 2: April 28, 2024 - EU applicants
Deadline Round 3: June 9, 2024 - EU applicants
Please note: non-EU applicants can only participate in the 1st admission round (February 18).
Admissions Requirements
Secondary school diploma equivalent to a Dutch HAVO, MBO 4 or VWO diploma and admission exam.
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Rotterdam
Netherlands
- 4 years
- Full Time
- On Campus Learning
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- Bachelors
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