Design Humber Polytechnic

Overview

Blending design thinking and practical UX process and deliverables, the programme develops designers who can critically engage with our rapidly changing technological world.

The Design programme from Humber Polytechnic emphasizes a people-first approach, applying principles of human-centered design and research to solve problems. With an emphasis on social responsibility, students are encouraged to demonstrate curiosity, resilience and empathy for end-users as a means to find creative solutions to the many challenges faced in modern technology culture.

Key facts

• This innovative programme of interdisciplinary, collaborative and project-based learning prepares students to join the challenging world of design for the experience economy. Courses are developed in collaboration with industry partners to develop advanced capabilities in design tools and methods, communications, user interface design (UI), visual literacy, digital technology, qualitative research, creativity and innovation, interaction design, and service design.
• The programme applies evidence-based design and research methods to services and digital projects, including websites, apps, VR/AR/MR, Voice UI and other emerging interfaces. Projects extend across corporate, not-for-profit and civic environments. 
• Graduates of this programme will find work as user experience (UX) designers, UI designers, design thinkers, information architects, and design researchers in fields including retail service, brand experience, social service interactions, health-care provision, travel and hospitality, financial services, safety and security, entertainment, and leisure.