Minor: Design

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Course Details

Course contact:	Phone: +61 7 3138 2000, Email: askqut@qut.edu.au
Faculties:	University Wide Faculty of Business and Law Faculty of Science Faculty of Engineering Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice Faculty of Health

Study areas

A minor is a set of related units in a particular study area. You may be able to choose one from another area of the University if your course rules allow. To find out, go to your study plan: if you have a complimentary studies option block, search using the code in brackets above the unit list and if it exists you will be able to select it on plan.

Minors consist of 48 credit points with the introductory units having no prerequisites. Later units may have earlier units as prerequisites. Depending on class timetabling it may not be possible to complete all units in a university wide minor. Consult with your course coordinator and relevant discipline coordinators prior to undertaking interfaculty studies.

Individual units completed in a university wide minor will appear on your academic transcript but it will only be recorded as a successfully completed study area if you have a). selected it as an option on your study plan and b). completed the correct number of credit points.

Course Structures

Unit Lists

Experience Design Minor

This minor aims to provide you with a foundational understanding of the design concepts and principles of experience design and practical skills and methods needed by a contemporary designer of digital and physical interactive products, including an introduction to user-centred design, user experience design, creative coding, web design and prototyping as well as tangible and experiential media.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
SELECT	48cp from the Unit Options List
DXB110	Principles of Interaction and UX Design	Online Semester 1 Kelvin Grove Semester 1	It is assumed that you are computer literate - which means you know how to use a typical computer (Mac and/or Windows), and can use standard desktop applications such as a word processor, email and web browser
DXB111	Introduction to Web Design	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2	It is assumed that you are computer literate - which means you know how to use a typical computer (Mac and/or Windows), you can use standard desktop applications such as a word processor and web browser and you can install and update software
DXB205	Interactive Narrative Design	Online Semester 2 Kelvin Grove Semester 2	Prerequisites: Completion of 24 credit points of study
DXB210	Critical Experience Design	Online Semester 1 Kelvin Grove Semester 1	Prerequisites: DFB104 or DXB110 or DYB123 Foundational knowledge of interaction design principles and practices is assumed knowledge
DXB211	Creative Coding	Online Semester 1 Kelvin Grove Semester 1	Prerequisites: 36cp of previous study It is assumed that you are computer literate - which means you know how to use a typical computer (Mac and/or Windows), and can use standard desktop applications such as a word processor, email and web browser
DXB212	Tangible Interaction Design	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2	Prerequisites: DXB110 and DXB111or IFB104 A basic knowledge of the principles of computer programming, and computational processes and techniques is assumed knowledge

Industrial Design Studies

This minor will introduce you to industrial design practices and knowledge and may complement your own discipline and allow you to work more effectively with industrial designers in professional practice.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
DEBXMNR-INDDESN version 2
SELECT	12cp from the Design Foundations Unit Options List
DYB121	Introducing Design Fabrication	Kelvin Grove Semester 1
DYB123	Emerging Design Technology	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2
DYB124 Equivalents: DEB202, DED202	Design Consequences	Online Semester 2 Kelvin Grove Semester 2
SELECT	36cp from the Industrial Design Studies Unit Options List
DNB110	ID Studio: User Centred Design	Kelvin Grove Semester 1
DNB111	ID Studio: Aesthetics and Visualisation	Kelvin Grove Semester 2
DNB210	ID Studio: Interaction and Experience	Kelvin Grove Semester 1	Prerequisites: DNB110
DNB211	ID Studio: Manufacturing Technology	Kelvin Grove Semester 1	Prerequisites: DNB110. DNB110 can be enrolled in the same teaching period as DNB211
DNB212 Equivalents: DNB404	ID Studio 5: Applied Technology	Available for enrolment in 2026	Prerequisites: DNB211 or DNB304
DYB122 Equivalents: DYD122	Design Visualisations	Online Semester 1, Semester 2 Kelvin Grove Semester 1, Semester 2

Strategic Design Minor

The Strategic Design minor introduces students to design as a strategic and interdisciplinary practice. It provides foundational knowledge in design thinking, systems approaches, and collaborative problem-solving, with an emphasis on ethical, sustainable, and human-centred values. Students explore how design can be applied across sectors to address complex challenges, gaining transferable skills that complement a wide range of disciplines.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
SELECT	48cp from the Unit Options List
DFB104	Design and Sustainability	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2
DFB209	Design History and Culture	Kelvin Grove Semester 1 Online Semester 1
DFB216 Equivalents: DNB216, DNB315	Humans and Technology	Kelvin Grove Semester 1
DFB305	Design Policy and Social Justice	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2	Prerequisites: 48 credit points of completed study.
DVB305	Co-Design and Future Design Practices	Kelvin Grove Semester 1, Semester 2 Online Semester 1, Semester 2

PHASING OUT STUDY AREA(S): continuing students only

The following study areas have been discontinued. Students who have already commenced one of these minors will be permitted to complete it.

Architectural Studies (v2): discontinued end 2023

This minor will introduce you to architectural practices and knowledge and may complement your own discipline and allow you to work more effectively with architects in professional practice.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
DEBXMNR-ARCSTUD version 2
SELECT	48cp from the Architectural Studies Unit Options List
ABB101 Equivalents: DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101 or ABD101	Design 1: Space and Scale	Gardens Point Semester 1
ABB102 Equivalents: DAB102, DLB102, DTB102, ADB102	Design 2: Site and Context	Gardens Point Semester 2
ABB213 Equivalents: DAB200	Modern Architecture	Gardens Point Semester 1	Prerequisites: ABB105 or DYB112 or ABB108 or DYB114 or UXB130 or ABD105 or ABD108
ABB214 Equivalents: DAB211	Environmental Principles of Architectural Design	Gardens Point Semester 2	Prerequisites: (ABB102 or DAB102 or DLB102 or DTB102) and (ABB105 or DYB112)
ABB104	Create and Represent: Presentation	Gardens Point Semester 1, Semester 2
ABB105 Equivalents: ABD105, DYB112	Spatial Materiality	Gardens Point Semester 1
ABB106 Equivalents: DYB113, ABD106	Create and Represent: Documentation	Gardens Point Semester 2
ABB108 Equivalents: DYB114, UXB130, ABD108	Spatial Histories	Gardens Point Semester 2
DAB101, DAB102, DAB200, DAB211, DYB111, DYB112, DYB113, DYB114 will count towards this Minor if completed in 2023 or earlier.

Fashion Communication: discontinued end 2018

This minor will provide you with diverse knowledge and understanding how the dissemination of fashion is communicated globally.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
KKBXMNR-FASHION
Note: From 2015, this minor's title changed from 'Fashion Minor' to 'Fashion Communication Minor'.
SELECT	48cp from the Fashion Communication Unit Options List
DFB102 Equivalents: KFB103	Introduction to Fashion Communication
DFB104	Design and Sustainability	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2
DFB204 Equivalents: DFB406	Fashion Product Development	Online Semester 2 Kelvin Grove Semester 2	Introductory fashion visualisation skills are assumed knowledge.
DFB209	Design History and Culture	Kelvin Grove Semester 1 Online Semester 1
DYB122 Equivalents: DYD122	Design Visualisations	Online Semester 1, Semester 2 Kelvin Grove Semester 1, Semester 2

Interaction Design Minor: discontinued end 2026

This minor aims to provide you with a foundational understanding of the design concepts and principles of interaction design and practical skills and methods needed by a contemporary designer of digital and physical interactive products, including an introduction to user-centred design, user experience design, creative coding, web design and prototyping as well as tangible and experiential media.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
SELECT	48cp from the Interaction Design Unit Options List
DXB110	Principles of Interaction and UX Design	Online Semester 1 Kelvin Grove Semester 1	It is assumed that you are computer literate - which means you know how to use a typical computer (Mac and/or Windows), and can use standard desktop applications such as a word processor, email and web browser
DXB111	Introduction to Web Design	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2	It is assumed that you are computer literate - which means you know how to use a typical computer (Mac and/or Windows), you can use standard desktop applications such as a word processor and web browser and you can install and update software
DXB210	Critical Experience Design	Online Semester 1 Kelvin Grove Semester 1	Prerequisites: DFB104 or DXB110 or DYB123 Foundational knowledge of interaction design principles and practices is assumed knowledge
DXB211	Creative Coding	Online Semester 1 Kelvin Grove Semester 1	Prerequisites: 36cp of previous study It is assumed that you are computer literate - which means you know how to use a typical computer (Mac and/or Windows), and can use standard desktop applications such as a word processor, email and web browser
DXB212	Tangible Interaction Design	Kelvin Grove Semester 2 Online Semester 2	Prerequisites: DXB110 and DXB111or IFB104 A basic knowledge of the principles of computer programming, and computational processes and techniques is assumed knowledge

Interiors (v1): discontinued end 2023

This minor will introduce you to interior design practices and knowledge and may complement your own discipline and allow you to work more effectively with interior designers in professional practice.

Code	Title	Offered In
DEBXMNR-INTERIO
SELECT	48cp from the Interiors Unit Options List
ABB101 Equivalents: DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101 or ABD101	Design 1: Space and Scale	Gardens Point Semester 1
ABB102 Equivalents: DAB102, DLB102, DTB102, ADB102	Design 2: Site and Context	Gardens Point Semester 2
ABB104	Create and Represent: Presentation	Gardens Point Semester 1, Semester 2
ABB106 Equivalents: DYB113, ABD106	Create and Represent: Documentation	Gardens Point Semester 2
*Note: DTB101, DTB102, DTB205, DTB304, DYB111 and DYB113 will count towards this Minor if completed in 2023 or earlier.

Landscape Design (v1): discontinued end 2023

This minor will introduce you to landscape design knowledge and may complement your own discipline.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
DEBXMNR-LNDDES
SELECT	48cp from the Landscape Design Unit Options List
ABB101 Equivalents: DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101 or ABD101	Design 1: Space and Scale	Gardens Point Semester 1
ABB102 Equivalents: DAB102, DLB102, DTB102, ADB102	Design 2: Site and Context	Gardens Point Semester 2
ABB103 Equivalents: DYB111 or ABD103	Create and Represent: Process	Gardens Point Semester 1, Semester 2
ABB104	Create and Represent: Presentation	Gardens Point Semester 1, Semester 2
ABB241 Equivalents: DLB204	Landscape Design 3: Planting Design	Gardens Point Semester 1	Prerequisites: (ABB101 or ABD101 or DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101) and (ABB103 or ABD103 or ABB104 or ABB106 or ABD106 or DYB111 or DYB113)
ABB242 Equivalents: DLB202	Landscape Design 4: People and Place	Gardens Point Semester 2	Prerequisites: (ABB101 or DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101) and (ABB103 or ABB104 or ABB106 or DYB111 or DYB113)
*Note: DLB101, DLB102, DLB202, DLB204 and DYB111 are permitted to count towards this minor if completed in 2023 or earlier
*Note: DLB211 is permitted to count towards this minor if completed in 2020 or earlier.

Landscape Architecture Studies: discontinued end 2018

This minor will introduce you to landscape architecture practices and knowledge and may complement your own discipline and allow you to work more effectively with landscape architects in professional practice.

Code	Title	Offered In	Requisites
DEBXMNR-LNDARCH
SELECT	48cp from the Landscape Architecture Studies Unit Options List
ABB101 Equivalents: DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101 or ABD101	Design 1: Space and Scale	Gardens Point Semester 1
ABB102 Equivalents: DAB102, DLB102, DTB102, ADB102	Design 2: Site and Context	Gardens Point Semester 2
ABB103 Equivalents: DYB111 or ABD103	Create and Represent: Process	Gardens Point Semester 1, Semester 2
ABB104	Create and Represent: Presentation	Gardens Point Semester 1, Semester 2
ABB106 Equivalents: DYB113, ABD106	Create and Represent: Documentation	Gardens Point Semester 2
ABB108 Equivalents: DYB114, UXB130, ABD108	Spatial Histories	Gardens Point Semester 2
ABB241 Equivalents: DLB204	Landscape Design 3: Planting Design	Gardens Point Semester 1	Prerequisites: (ABB101 or ABD101 or DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101) and (ABB103 or ABD103 or ABB104 or ABB106 or ABD106 or DYB111 or DYB113)
ABB242 Equivalents: DLB202	Landscape Design 4: People and Place	Gardens Point Semester 2	Prerequisites: (ABB101 or DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101) and (ABB103 or ABB104 or ABB106 or DYB111 or DYB113)
ABB247 Equivalents: DLB201	Landform, Technology and Techniques	Gardens Point Semester 1	Prerequisites: (ABB101 or ABD101 or DAB101 or DLB101 or DTB101) and (ABB106 or ABD106)
ABB248 Equivalents: DLB302	Landscape Materiality and Constructs	Gardens Point Semester 2	Prerequisites: ABB247 or DLB201
*Note: DLB101, DLB102, DLB201, DLB202, DLB204, DLB301, DLB302, DYB111 and DYB114 are permitted to count towards this minor if completed in 2023 or earlier.
*Note: DLB211, DLB400 and DLB525 are permitted to count towards this minor if completed in 2020 or earlier.