Human Centered

Our mission is to advance the field of Human-Centered Design (HCD) through the development of cutting-edge knowledge, research methods, and design approaches that empower design researchers, practitioners, and students to engage in systematic and ethical design research and practices. Our research agenda is guided by the commitment to foster responsible HCD that prioritises human needs, while also addressing broader societal and environmental impacts. We develop new HCD expertise required to improve people's lives not only in the short term but also in the long term by contributing to social progress, inclusivity, responsibility, equity, and sustainability – addressing the complex challenges affecting human well-being. Our department is organised into four sections: Applied Ergonomics and Design, Design Aesthetics, Design Conceptualization and Communication, Human Information Communication Design