Design Theory

BY
IsraelX via Edx

Gain the basics of design in the field of arts and culture with the certificate course on Design Theory offered by Shenkar Institute through edX.

Lavel

Intermediate

Mode

Online

Duration

6 Weeks

Fees

Free

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
Learning efforts 3-4 Hours Per Week

Course overview

This IsraelX certificate course Design Theory is the first of its kind in being a pioneer for exploring theories of design. The course aims to impart the key concepts and fundamental knowledge behind Design Theory and elucidates its relation with culture, arts and economics. In this course, the candidate will gain an understanding of the scope of design and the role it plays in everyday life. It is a six-week program and the student needs to dedicate his or her effort for 3 to 4 hours a week. It is a self-paced course taught in English at an intermediate difficulty level. Design Theory certification course helps the student to gain an in-depth understanding of these discourses and key issues in design theory and the analytical tools employed for proceeding towards it. The designers globally are redefining the meaning of design and how well it is constructed in relation to the dynamics of politics, society and economics.

The highlights

  • Verified certificate granted by edX
  • Audit option for the course
  • English mode of instruction
  • Self-paced program
  • 3 to 4 hours of student involvement
  • 6 weeks of course duration
  • 100% e-learning course
  • 5 faculty course instructor

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

  • The total fee required to enroll in this program is Rs. 4,088.

Design Theory

Fee Details

Amount in Rs.

Total fee

Rs. 4,088  

Note: The students will be able to audit this course for free without any certificate or graded assessments.

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

IsraelX

certificate fees

₹4,088


Who it is for

This course on Design Theory will be welcomed by the following.

  • Students who are interested in studying the strategies of design thinking and tools required for it.
  • Aspiring designers who wish to get acquainted with the international academic circles about design theory.

Eligibility criteria

Certification qualifying details

The certificate has graded coursework in the form of quizzes, discussion forums and peer instruction problems which are graded with lab sessions and this candidate need to score a minimum of 60 credit points to receive a certificate of completion. The candidates also need to upgrade themselves to verified track by paying the fixed amount. 

What you will learn

This course on Design Theory is framed with the following ideas for the candidate

  • To learn about the definitions of design and its relation to the ideas and concepts of philosophy. 
  • The candidate will understand the aesthetics of design in terms of judgment and taste 
  • The candidate will explore the socio-economic histories in design 
  • The candidate will understand his or her role in making social space and with the politics of the state, gender, race, religion, and personal identity. 
  • The candidate will understand the approach of contemporary design with newly evolved models of action and technologies in communication. 
  • The candidates address the posthumanist theories that will influence the future of design.

Admission details

The admission step by step procedure to be followed for the Design Theory  course is: 

Step 1: The candidate needs to visit this link https://courses.edx.org/register and make an account with all the required details that help in account creation. 

Step 2: After creating the account, the candidates can use the “Enroll” button and get into the desired course

Step 3: The candidate will need to opt for “Verified track” to obtain the certificate 

Step 4: The candidate has to pay the tuition fee required for the program here with this link https://payment.edx.org/.

Step 5: The candidate must choose the candidate must ensure that the details are properly written and must click on the online method of payment like PayPal or any other available method and choose the “Place Order” button option.

Scholarship Details

edX offers financial assistance but at present, the program is archived and the candidate has to contact edX directly for any enquiries on scholarships. 

How it helps

This course on the Design Theory certification course offered by IsraelX is in a class by itself in terms of coursework and the candidates who are aspiring to be designers of the future will gain immensely from both the discussions and tools. Design Theory course certificate is instructed by esteemed faculty members from Shenkar Institute and distinguished guest lectures provide the candidate with all required insight about current trends and body of work in design theories. 

The certificate provided and signed by IsraelX is a verified certificate and has a universal appeal for both employees as well as recruiters looking for candidates with fresh perspectives in design theory. The candidates will be able to build their own portfolio from the Design Theory course owing to or their future as a design specialist in social economic and political issues. The candidate will have an edge over his peers in communicating his achievements and ideas to prospective employers. 

This certificate when added to his resume or CV will act as a big strength for a credential. The candidate can add this current shall into his LinkedIn professional circle and recruiter network so that he catches the attention of prospective employees in agencies and design firms. The existing designers in their area or firms can negotiate a better salary or different job responsibility with this certificate as it helps to give acknowledgment of a candidate’s ability to use the tools and strategies required for design thinking.

Instructors

Dr Pablo Utin
Instructor
Freelancer

Other Masters, Ph.D

Dr Lee Weinberg

Dr Lee Weinberg
Senior Lecturer
IsraelX

Diploma, Other Bachelors, Ph.D

Dr Jonathan Ventura
Anthropologist
Freelancer

Dr Michalle Gal
Senior Lecturer
Freelancer

Mr Emanuel Gruengard

Mr Emanuel Gruengard
Professor
Freelancer

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