Bachelor of Industrial Design
Bachelor of Industrial Design
Designers translate ideas into positive experiences by using their skills, creativity and imagination to solve some of the complex problems facing our society. Monash Design is ranked 54th* globally, and strives to lead, create and encourage a more equitable and sustainable world through the intersection of creativity, technology, design thinking, making and interdisciplinary collaboration.
*Times Higher Education 2023
From cutting-edge transport solutions to furniture and lighting design, to medical equipment – the work of industrial designers can advance the human experience, making a better life for us all.
You’ll develop the practical skills and conceptual capabilities to successfully combine technical innovation with aesthetics to create beautiful, functional products - from concept through to prototype.
Graduate career ready
You'll learn from academics and industry experts, each with their own creative practice,
allowing you to benefit from the most up-to-date professional knowledge and experience.
Studio-based learning
Monash Design’s studio-based learning model emphasises hands-on, practical learning and fosters an environment where you can engage creatively in project-based practice throughout your degree. You’ll collaborate in small groups under the guidance of design professionals to develop your design skills and conceptual thinking to answer some of the pressing issues facing society today.
Go Global
Broaden your horizons and gain a new perspective on your creative practice by taking your studies global. No what matter what you're studying with us, you'll have a chance to take a unit at our Monash University Prato Centre in Italy, or participate in a travelling studio to Japan or to Korea.
Internships
No matter which specialisation you choose, you can take an internship as part of your design degree. Internships are a great way to apply your skills and knowledge into a real work environment and to grow your professional network while you study. You can either source your own placement or we can help connect you with organisations looking for design interns.
Experience days
Find out what it's like to be a student for a day
Gain a better understanding of different art mediums, design thinking approaches, and architecture studios through our hands-on experience day sat our Monash Caulfield campus.
Ready to take the next step?
Alex Goad
Founder, Reef Design Lab
Monash provided a wonderful foundation for me to explore ideas, gain an amazing amount of knowledge and develop advanced skills and knowledge in design.
Yiwen Li
Gaining work experience in 3D product design at Moose Toys
Yiwen Li completed a Work Integrated Learning internship at Moose Toys, a leading global toy company based in Melbourne. The internship provided her with technical hands-on experience, valuable industry connections, and a positive career outlook.
DISCOVER OUR STUDENT WORK
Image: Jo HutchinsonDISCOVER OUR STUDENT WORK
Discover original work from our graduates in the MADA Now graduate exhibition.