Short Courses
Design Thinking
An iterative and collaborative approach that enables the development of creative solutions to complex problems.
In this short course, design thinking is approached as a practical methodology that stimulates creativity and complex problem solving. Through modules that include mapping, prototyping, collaboration, and storytelling, trainees improve their conceptual and communication skills. Empathy is central to this process, allowing for a better understanding of users and the creation of more effective solutions. By adopting this methodology, trainees become better prepared to respond to the challenges of the contemporary world.
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Competences
- Explain the Design Thinking (DT) methodology and its relevance to problem solving in the world of design.
- Identify the main characteristics of DT as well as the stages of a DT process.
- Identify variants of the model and where to find resources to support the methodology.
- Apply DT as a basic tool for critical thinking in innovation processes during problem solving.
Apply the contextualisation of problems to the total or partial use of the DT methodology to address them
Apply the DT methodology with all its stages in solving contemporary problems
Apply the DT methodology to circular design and sustainability
Use DT correctly as a group work tool
A qualified professional guarantees excellence
Trainer
Year 2025-2026
Tuition Fee
Fully funded course: exemption from tuition fees, registration, and insurance. A €25,00 fee is required to reserve a place, which will be refunded upon completion of the course.
Blue Design Alliance
Scholarships
This initiative offers scholarships for Courses taught at ESAD. All the courses are practically orientated and allow you to pursue a professional career, where the theme of water will always be present, as well as caring for the ecosystems of rivers, seas and oceans.
Administrative Services
Contacts
For information on applications, admission or scholarships at ESAD, the Administrative Services team is available to assist by email or telephone, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00 (in August, morning opening is at 9:00).
Recovery and Resilience Plan
PRR Funding
This project is funded by the Portuguese Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), under the European Union’s NextGenerationEU initiative, supporting innovation, skills development and sustainable growth.
Short Courses