The Master’s Program in the Department of Design (Strategic Design Course) at Kyushu University is a two-year postgraduate program that focuses on developing advanced knowledge and research competencies in strategic design, innovation, and user-centered design methodologies. The curriculum integrates specialised coursework and studio-based research in areas such as product design, service design, design strategy, design thinking, human-centered design, and sustainable design practices, enabling students to develop creative and practical solutions to complex design challenges in industry and society. Emphasising research methodology, design prototyping, and interdisciplinary collaboration, students undertake supervised academic research and complete a Master’s thesis or design project that contributes to innovation in design strategy, preparing graduates for careers in product development, design consultancy, innovation management, and creative industries.

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements.
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