Master of Design (Design Innovation) (Strategic Design)

About the course

This Master of Design (Design Innovation) (Strategic Design) builds capability in design-led innovation, strategic design, leadership and design research methods for complex organisational and societal challenges. You’ll strengthen analytical and creative thinking and learn to lead design initiatives across business and social domains to create value and impact. It is a postgraduate coursework master’s degree in design and innovation strategy. The programme advances creative direction, digital production, and design thinking for professional media and innovation-led studios.

Career outcome

Graduates may work in strategic design and design-led innovation roles across industry, government and the social sector. Career paths can include design strategist, service or experience designer, innovation consultant, design researcher, product/service innovation lead, and roles supporting organisational transformation and customer-centred change. The degree supports progression into leadership positions in design and innovation within a master’s-level design discipline. Preparing graduates for creative direction, digital media production, and advanced design leadership roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)