Handbook

Participatory Design is also known as cooperative design, social design or co-design, and encompasses innovative design practices which actively involve all stakeholders to ensure the designed outcomes meets the clients needs, is fit for purpose and usable. This way of design is particularly valued in the development of commercial products and services.

In this course you will learn how to develop a model of practice that is interdisciplinary, collaborative and critically focussed on the ideas of 'designing with’ and social inclusion. You will be supported by relevant theory and will use an action learning approach to undertake a series of projects to develop your ability to identify commercial stakeholders, their needs and methods.