AS
Feb 14, 2020
a light introduction to design thinking. not too taxing. easy to understand concepts with some practical applications tested. good stepping stone to more rigorous and testing design thinking courses
RS
Aug 28, 2021
Awesome experience. Learned a lot by undertaking the course. Willing to use it in future endeavors. Thank you University of Sydney, Professors and the entire team behind this course. Thank you again
By Billy K P
•Jun 1, 2023
Overall the video content and the case studies are interesting materials in the course, it provides you with many insights and case study based on what's really happening in the real world (and their tips to get the innovation to solve the problems). However, the clip for each speaker is separated throughout the video thus making me confused about what project they are currently handling.
Another disappointing factor in this course is the Peer-Review. One of my reviewers didn't give any insightful or constructive critics and assessed poorly my peer-graded submission. I assume that the peer is probably in this course just for the sake of the certificate, without understanding what the requirements and the aspect of the evaluation itself.
By STELLA F
•Apr 25, 2021
Content and presentation by the facilitators was consistently high quality and engaging. Each module provided an excellent review of the challenges and opportunities inherent in each area – while challenging us to clarify and to find our own answers. Great programme in content. I feel that all the techniques used, the methods, the videos, the reading, the experts tips, were extremely good. At no point did I feel that the training was “long”. I learnt a lot. I feel inspired to re-think (re-design) the way I plan and present my work. Thanks a lot for the journey!
By Betsegaw G
•Aug 3, 2022
This course reminded me that making products and services is not always about business and technology, which, as an engineering graduate, I usually tend to think. Now, I believe including users in the design process as suggested in a human-centered design concept is very crucial. The idea that I can apply the concept not only to designing products and services but also in other work environments feels so right.
The course has a very good collection of learning resources available.
By Ejegi V
•Oct 8, 2018
I am not a 'designer' in the sense of the word, but the design principles and techniques I have been exposed to in this course have altered the way I now interact with products, systems and processes. I am hopeful this new found knowledge will help me become a better contributor or developer of new initiatives/products at work and in my personal projects.
By Henry J
•Dec 11, 2020
I think this course was amazing, I wanted to give 4.5 stars but i can't. the only reason it's not a 5 star for me is the lack of tangible exercise or working projects that the student can work on! the assignment are good but very basic I think .
Thank you again, and I really recommend this course for people who are starting in design thinking.
By Junior M
•Oct 18, 2022
I learnt about innovation from a laymans stand point up untill the point where i can bring an idea from a thought to actually prototype through the principles which are very well explained and illustrated in this course. I believe im on the way to creating and producing my own ideas now confidently after having completed this course.
By Susan R
•Mar 1, 2023
This course was a nice introduction to the process of design. As an architect, it had fewer practical applications to my field than I was hoping, but overall it was interesting to learn about. I think anyone who's interested in product and website design would learn from this course.
By Monika I
•Jul 9, 2021
I enjoyed the course very much. It gave me knowledge about design process and taught me how important it is to constantly seek for errors and improvements while creating the design. I would have wanted to have more of practical tasks, but in general I'm glad I took this course.
By Pia S
•Mar 14, 2022
Very interesting and entertaining interviews with people who work with design.
I would have wished for some more time spent on explaining the concepts in the videos, the course relied more heavily on reading material than other courses I have taken on this site.
By Gökay K
•Sep 12, 2020
I am very happy to learn the breaking methods. Thank you for the course and I'm ready for the more advanced levels. It would be better if there were sample homework. Thank you for the course, I wish everyone success.
By Jeremy C
•Jan 9, 2021
A thoughtful and accessible course design and layout. Appreciated hearing from industry experts, but would have enjoyed the input on creativity and design thinking from artists as well. Overall, a great experience.
By Amy F
•Aug 15, 2024
peer review may be ineffective as even without the grading rubric, peers may give odd grading due to their own lack of understanding of the assignment. overall great course tho!
By Anas A
•Apr 21, 2023
As an instructional designer now focussed on creating online course contents, i feel there are areas that can be improved, particularly from the facilitator's verbal sessions.
By Leslie “ M M
•Apr 20, 2023
I learned a lot about design thinking, two major skills I learned was to embrace failure but to quickly repeat to 'perfection' and to listen, do the research. Thank you :)
By Collin F
•Jul 7, 2021
Fantastic course! I recommend it to anyone wanting to work in the UX field, but not necessarily as a designer. Great for researchers, strategists, and analysts.
By Miroslav N
•May 22, 2020
Good interviews and videos. Readings could be prepared a bit more or some with some more sketches.
Overall a good course with new view points and ideas.
thank you
By Jonathan S
•Jun 13, 2022
El curso establece las bases primarias para determinar análisis de problemas, pero hace falta incorporar análisis de causas para determinar alternativas.
By yesica a v
•May 31, 2022
I would love to have more practical exercise to make sure we understand the concepts explained in this course otherwise, this course was amazing! Thanks
By Gerald L
•Feb 27, 2021
Overall, great course with right amount of material and classmate interaction. Taking some time, however, for my review submissions to be acknowledged.
By MWaqas A (
•Apr 24, 2021
The course was very interesting throughout but assignment questions are very tricky to understand for nonnative English Speakers like myself.
By Luis B
•Oct 31, 2022
Me gusto mucho el material del curso asi como la calidad de los maestros, anecdotas y ejercicios claro que me llevo algo bueno del curso.
By Md A A
•Nov 18, 2024
It's the best for the UX designer because a lot of things learned from the course how to think better about the product, how easy, etc...
By Mohammad A T
•Feb 26, 2021
Excellent Course! lot of concepts has been explained in a very professional yet easy to understand way. Big thanks to Sydney University.
By ALFONSO M M
•Sep 11, 2020
A very brief but useful guideline of the Design Thinking method. Very satisfied with this course and the resources they provide you.
By Mark R T
•Aug 2, 2019
The course was very engaging and it inspires me to apply my acquired knowledge in this course to my future design projects.