This programme will substantially benefit you if you wish to pursue an academic career in the field of design and develop both conceptual and practice-led research outputs and projects.
Your future
On completion of this course, you will have mastered the use of explicit design knowledge to make a creative impact in both industry and academia, in addition to having the attributes required to be an innovator within your own professional environment.
The professional basis of the programme means that you will be engaging with research that is directly relevant to design-based industries and design-based academic institutions. In terms of practical skills that will enhance employability, the Professional Design Doctorate includes creative thinking, group work and presentations of research questions and findings, it will enable you to hone your expertise and clearly communicate the impact you can make in different practical contexts.
Programme Structure
- Across the taught element, there will be a combination of structured lectures, workshops, directed learning activities, group work and seminar presentations. With a focus on creative student-centred learning and self-evaluation/reflection at each juncture. You will be taught by suitable academically qualified staff and research active members of the School of Design.
- By the end of the taught element you will be required to produce a research proposal. This is the equivalent of the PhD Project Approval and meets the same criteria. Once successfully completed, you will further develop and progress your research during the independent research phase of the DDes (supported by your supervisor).
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Masters qualification and a minimum of 3 years’ experience of professional experience and/or evidence of appropriate continuous design professional development.
- Substantial professional experience (5 years or more).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 29,993 AUD / year ≈ 15,733 GBP / year
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 10,636 AUD / year ≈ 5,579 GBP / year
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom: 1,068-1,889 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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