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Master of Design (Design Innovation)

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Design (Design Innovation) develops design-led innovation skills for designers aiming to lead change across business and social domains. You’ll explore design thinking, inquiry and innovation methods to create new systems, services and organisational approaches for complex, dynamic contexts. The degree includes core units plus a capstone in industry or research and electives to tailor your pathway in master’s-level design and innovation. The programme advances creative direction, digital production, and design thinking for professional media and innovation-led studios.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles applying design-led innovation to complex organisational and social challenges. Career paths may include design innovation lead, service and experience designer, design strategist, innovation consultant, product/service development specialist, or roles in transformation teams across business, government and not-for-profits. The program supports progression into leadership positions where master’s-level design methods are used to shape services, organisations and systems.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$51,300 per year

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CSP: A$9,537
Full Fee Paying: A$32,000

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Information

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2 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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MADESIGN1DIN

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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