The role of design, and the designer, within contemporary society, is continuously evolving. This unit provides a concise overview of the evolution of design over the last century, drawing on some of the prominent theoretical frameworks, practices and perspectives that have influenced and shaped the discipline. In this unit, students will explore the shift from traditional production-based practices to human-centred design and more recent thinking around decolonised and post-anthropogenic futures. In interrogating discourse of design theory and culture, students will develop the fundamental principles and skills of scholarly research in the discipline, including locating and evaluating sources, critical thinking and reflection.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Design Lab |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Leigh-Anne Hepburn, leigh-anne.hepburn@sydney.edu.au |
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Tutor(s) | Brittany Klaassens, brittany.klaassens@sydney.edu.au |
Rodrigo Hernandez Ramirez, rodrigo.hernandez@sydney.edu.au | |
Elanor Finch, elanor.finch@sydney.edu.au | |
Jody Watts, jody.watts@sydney.edu.au | |
Enya Moore, enya.moore@sydney.edu.au |