Flinders University
3 years full-time
Combine engineering expertise with creative design to develop user-focused products and digital systems. This major prepares you to design intuitive technologies that improve how people interact with the world, blending technical knowledge with human-centred design principles.
Entry to this course requires an ATAR of 65.00 or equivalent qualification. If you don't have an ATAR, alternative pathways are available including the STAT test, completion of TAFE/VET qualifications (Certificate IV or above), Foundation Studies, or demonstrated work and life experience. International students should note this course is not available to international students. No prior design background is required.
In your first year, all students study common foundational topics including UX Fundamentals, Design Studio, User Experience and Ergonomics, Production Engineering, Sustainability Waste and Energy, and Cyber-Physical Systems Robotics and Automation. In years 2 and 3, you complete your major in Design and User Experience with specialized topics. You'll also select one option topic from Marketing Principles in the Digital Era, Human Factors for Interactive and Web-Based Systems, Mechanical Design Project, Innovation and Industry, Introduction to Digital Graphic Design, or Interaction Design. The curriculum emphasizes project-based learning, real-world industry challenges, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge design and engineering technologies.
Flinders University is ranked No. 1 in South Australia for Engineering & Technology across learning resources, overall experience, teaching quality and graduate salary (Good Universities Guide 2026), and No. 2 in Australia for learning resources in Engineering & Technology. The university is also ranked in the top 400 globally for Engineering (THE Subject Rankings 2025). The Design and User Experience program is coordinated by industry experts like Pepe Velasquez, a product design expert with over 25 years of experience in industrial design, R&D and product lifecycle management. The program combines academic excellence with real-world industry insight, offering hands-on projects, collaborations with industry partners, and optional placements during your degree.
Graduates are in demand across industries where design meets technology. You'll be ready for roles that blend creativity, problem-solving and technical skill - from UX design to digital product innovation - creating experiences that enhance accessibility, sustainability and everyday life. With a typical salary of $115K-$120K in Australia, you can work across tech, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, sustainability and creative industries. The program prepares you for emerging careers in Industry 4.0, robotics, artificial intelligence and sustainable design, ensuring you can adapt to future technologies and lead innovation from concept to production.
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