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Design research studio 4
MDC5340
Synopsis
In this capstone unit, you will develop a project that addresses a complex problem and propose innovative design solutions using advanced research methods. By adopting a reflective approach, you will critically assess the effectiveness of your solutions while refining your collaborative and technical skills, assessing project constraints and deliverables, and effectively communicating and defending your design outcomes. Upon completion, you will realise a unique, individualised, and sophisticated design solution while considering the social, cultural, and ethical impacts of your work on stakeholders.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 18
- Level
- 5
- Audience
- Postgraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
- Faculty
- Department of Design
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites (1)
- Design research studio 3MDC5240
What it unlocks
Nothing in the visible graph depends on this unit.
Offerings (2)
- First semesterCaulfield · BLENDED
- Second semesterCaulfield · BLENDED