Winter SchoolDesign Thinking for Sustainable Innovation- cancelled
| Study location | Germany, Berlin |
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| Type | On Campus, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 2 weeks |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | Winter School |
| Accreditation | 3 ECTS |
| Tuition fee | €1,050 per programme The program price consists of the course/tuition fee (student or working professional, see details below) plus the registration fee (€60). Student course/tuition fee: €990 This course/tuition fee covers the course, course materials and a cultural program. |
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| Registration fee | €60 one-time The registration fee is in addition to the course/tuition fee and covers the processing of your application. It is payable upon registration. Please note that the registration fee is non-refundable. |
| Entry qualification | At least one year of university experience or equivalent work experience |
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| Language requirements | English All applicants are required to upload a document or certificate to demonstrate their proficiency in English language. If you are a non-native English speaker, you must prove you have a score equivalent to the level B2 or above in the European system (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, or CEFR), or provide evidence that you’ve undertaken an equivalent degree/studies in English. CEFR: B2 More details: www.tu.berlin/en/international/summer-school/requirements If you are a native English speaker, please select this during registration. You will then be exempt from having to upload proof of English level. |
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| Other requirements | Participants should possess basic skills in business and/or graphic/design/presentation applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Keynote, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) Their own laptop or tablet for use in class |
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Overview
As environmental challenges become more urgent, developing sustainable products and businesses that address these challenges and effectively meet people’s needs is essential for a viable future.
This course will transform your approach to the design and development of products and services! Move beyond outdated methods and discover the power of Design Thinking combined with Sustainability Principles. Where creativity intersects with the urgent need for environmental responsibility, you’ll learn to unlock groundbreaking solutions.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainability principles and their critical role in product and service development while mastering the fundamentals of the human-centered Design Thinking approach. As you progress, you’ll develop real-world skills in understanding users, ideating, prototyping, and refining solutions. This knowledge will equip you with a hands-on toolkit ready for immediate application to your projects.
The course culminates in an exciting capstone project, allowing you to showcase your abilities and create future-ready solutions with a lasting impact.
Learning Goals
Upon completing the course, the participant should be able to:
*Understand the key concepts and objectives of Design Thinking and its role in the design and development of sustainable products and services.
*Explore how Design Thinking can be applied across the empathy, definition, ideation, and prototyping phases to create user-centered, sustainable solutions.
*Gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainability principles and their importance in the development of products and services.
*Analyze the conditions and requirements for creating products and services that are both user-oriented and sustainable.