Design Issues

Through a combination of design practice and lectures, this module introduces and explores design in a broad sense, emphasising design as an engine of innovation and a force for social good. You will develop a range of key design skills that include developing your ability to critically evaluate design, conduct design research, generate multiple ideas, prototype and iterate physical and digital designs, use a range of industry standard design software, visualise your ideas creatively, collaborate effectively and present your design work in an engaging manner. This module draws from a range of staff from ImaginationLancaster to expose you to cutting-edge concepts in design so that you can learn about the fundamental and transformative role that design plays in addressing a range of contemporary issues. During this module, you will work on both group and individual projects that enable you to develop both your practical designing skills as well as your awareness of how design affects and can address personal, social and environmental wellbeing.