Design Thinking for Sustainability

HCI Pillar 1 courses are designed to provide specialisation and conversion courses for graduates to ensure that they have the skills most needed by employers today. They are open to all, regardless of employment status.

Module Trimester Credits



Stage 1 Core Modules

IA40350 Innovation Sprint Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

IA40470 Entrepreneurship: Application and Mindset Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

IA40610 Design for User-Centric, Sustainable Solutions Autumn and Spring (separate) 20

IA40620 Systemic Approaches, Interdisciplinary Solutions Autumn and Spring (separate) 15

IA40340 Leadership for Innovation and Creativity (OL) Autumn&Spring&Summer(separate) 5

IA40430 Creative Thinking & Innovation Autumn&Spring&Summer(separate) 5

IA40460 Design your Purposeful Life Autumn&Spring&Summer(separate) 5

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage. https://tinyurl.com/2ae2ffax

9 months Full Time Blended