Global PBL Program
Summary
This is a PBL-style class conducted in cooperation with Aalto University in Finland.
Propose concrete solutions to social issues by utilizing design thinking and design fiction methods.
By promoting solution studies together with overseas universities, the program aims to improve understanding of society, international awareness, and problem-solving skills.
The workshop will consist of several weekend workshops over the course of several months.
- This course is offered in conjunction with the Graduate School of Design and Departmental Courses (Global Design Project / Special Project on Design V).
*There will be no overseas trips in the school year of 2024.
Faculty in charge
Associate Professor, Department of Design Strategy, Graduate School of Design, Kyushu University
Assistant Professor, Department of Strategic Design, Faculty of Design, Kyushu University
Professor, Department of Design Strategy, Graduate School of Design, Kyushu University
Eligibility for Application
- This is a senior-year course, so the target grade is sophomore or above in the undergraduate school.
- Ability to communicate in English at a daily conversational level.
Schedule for school year 2024
Guidance1 (offline + online)
Thursday, May 9, 18:30-19:00
Ohashi Campus Theatre Room
Online (zoom link) ID: 823 3650 1128 / pass-cord: 810915
Guidance2 (offline + online)
Thursday, May 16, 18:30-19:00
Ohashi Campus Theatre Room
Online (zoom link) ID: 823 3650 1128 / pass-cord: 810915
Workshop 1
June 8 (Sat) and 9 (Sun), 13:00-19:00
Ohashi Campus Design Common 2F
Workshop 2
July 20 (Sat) and 21 (Sun), 13:00-19:00
Ohashi Campus Design Common 2F
Workshop 3
August 6 (Tue) and 7 (Wed), 13:00-19:00
Ohashi Campus Design Common 2F
Workshop 4
September 12 (Thu) and 13 (Fri), 13:00-19:00
Ohashi Campus Design Common 2F
Final presentation
September 20th (Fri) 15:00～17:30
Ohashi Campus Design Common 2F
About Application
- The total class size limit will be 20 students.
- Selection will be made in case of a large number of applicants.
- If there are more than 10 applicants from the Graduate School of Design and the Faculty of Design, and 10 from QREC, the selection will be based on the diversity of the participants.
- Core Education Course, QREC Specialty Course and Course in conjunction with the Graduate School of Design and Departmental Courses
Registration: 5/9 (Thu) to 6/6 (Thu)
Past
Global PBL Click here for past materials