C11257v2 Graduate Certificate in Social and Service Design
University of Technology Sydney
About
The UTS Graduate Certificate in Social and Service Design enables professionals to develop their capability to design service responses to complex social problems they face every day.This practical learning program is aimed at equipping students with a design-based methodology in social service design.
That methodology provides a structure for reframing problems and can be employed to transform public engagement, practices, services, regulations, policies, organisations and communities.The course utilises an experiential, peer-learning model within the teaching program and the learning environment offers a great opportunity for collaboration and idea-sharing with fellow students across disciplines and sectors.Why study this coursediscover your potential for creative thinking and gain widely applicable skills in service design and design for social innovation collaborate with, and expand your network of like-minded people apply your learning in a self-selected project situated in your own professional practice.
Structure
The course comprises four core subjects (24 credit points) intended for part-time study: two subjects in studio mode and two subjects in block mode.
Course completion requirements
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 81533 Service Design Foundations | 6cp |
| 81534 Problem Framing | 6cp |
| 81535 Co-evolution of Problem and Solution | 6cp |
| 81536 Leading Design for Social Innovation | 6cp |
| Total | 24cp |
Course program
The course comprises four subjects. The first introductory subjects, 81533 Service Design Foundations and 81534 Problem Framing, are delivered at the beginning of the session. Following by 81535 Co-evolution of Problem and Solution and 81536 Leading Design for Social Innovation.
Spring commencing, full time
Year 1
August session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 81533 Service Design Foundations | 6cp |
| 81534 Problem Framing | 6cp |
October session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 81535 Co-evolution of Problem and Solution | 6cp |
| 81536 Leading Design for Social Innovation | 6cp |
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
In addition to the above qualification, applicants need to satisfy the following:
- a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience*
- personal Statement clearly articulating the applicant’s motivation to enrol in the course (500-750 words).
- minimum 2-page CV, clearly articulating the applicant’s current and past roles and responsibilities, AND
- employers’ letter confirming the dates of employment, and the position held.
*Work experience from within the public sector will be deemed as relevant. This includes, but is not restricted to, the following ANZSCO occupation descriptors: 13 Specialist Managers, 232 Architects, Designers, Planners and Surveyors, 24 Education Professionals, 25 Health Professionals, 27 Legal, Social and Welfare Professionals, 41 Health and Welfare Support Workers, 44 Protective Service Workers
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
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