AND Foundation Seminar

What it is about

You work in transdisciplinary small groups on sustainable, circular design approaches. In Design Sprints you translate system analyses and observations into strategies, concepts and prototypes and present the results to students and experts.

What you will be able to do

• Develop transdisciplinary understanding of other disciplines
• Proactive, self-directed learning in Design Sprints
• Concise presentation and pitching of ideas
• Communication skills in presenting scientific topics
• Development of rapid prototypes as a new method
• Evaluation of design approaches based on the SDGs considering economic, ecological and social aspects

What the module consists of

• Design SprintCore format: translating questions into design concepts and prototypes; teamwork
• Lectures & discussions with expertsInput and support, especially during a project week
• System analysisBasis for identifying assumptions and observations
• Transdisciplinary group workCo-Creation with students from other schools

Teaching method

• SystemanalysenDetermination of prerequisites and problem understanding
• Co-Creating / Co-DesignJoint development of ideas with experts and students from other schools
• Design-Thinking / Design SprintsStructured, fast process for ideation and prototype development
• Round-Table discussionsCritical reflection and exchange on topics
• Investigative ResearchInformation gathering to ground concepts