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Master of Design (Strategic Design)

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 (Strategic Design) develops advanced capabilities in design management and leadership, applying design to shape vision and strategy across business and social contexts. You’ll learn to use strategic design to create value and social impact by tackling complex organisational and service challenges. This is a master coursework qualification focused on strategic design practice and leadership in design. The programme advances creative direction, digital production, and design thinking for professional media and innovation-led studios.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles where design drives organisational strategy and transformation, such as strategic designer, design strategist, service designer, design manager, innovation consultant or UX/service lead. The specialisation supports careers across business, government, and social-impact organisations, working on products, services and systems. This is a master coursework pathway into leadership-oriented roles in strategic design. Preparing graduates for creative direction, digital media production, and advanced design leadership roles.


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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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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MADESIGN1SDE

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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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