Program Overview

Course Overview

The course SIDN 272, also known as Co-Design, is a fundamental practice used in design, enabling collective and equitable engagement with communities. This course is a core competency for designing in the 21st century.

Course Details

• Course Code: SIDN 272
• Course Name: Hoahoa Mahi Ngātahi - Co-Design
• Duration: 17 weeks
• Start Date: 23 February 2026
• End Date: 21 June 2026
• Lecture Times: Tuesday, 9:30 am
• Campus: Te Aro
• Fees:
  • Domestic students: NZ$1,083.45
  • International students: NZ$5,235.75
• Points: 15 points
• Estimated Workload: Approximately 150 hours or 8.8 hours per week

Entry Restrictions

• Prerequisites: 75 points, including 30 points from the BDI or BAS schedules
• Corequisites: None
• Restrictions: None

Course Objectives

Students who pass this course should be able to:

1. Compare and contrast existing practices and tools used in co-design that specifically address cultural, social, political, environmental, and ethical contexts.
2. Produce creative and written outputs that synthesize research, design thinking, creative practice, planning, prototyping, and reflection of an improved or new co-design tool.
3. Communicate concepts verbally, orally, and in writing with clarity, criticality, and correct application of referencing.

How the Course is Taught

• Lectures, studios, and tutorials require in-person attendance.
• Lecture recordings will be made available for subsequent revision.

Assessment

• Visual Presentation and Written Report: 20% (expected workload: 34 hours)
• Visual and Written Stakeholder Personas and A3 Journey Map: 30% (expected workload: 40 hours)
• Design Summary: 30% (expected workload: 30 hours)
• Six In-Class Tasks (PBAs): 20%

Mandatory Requirements

There are no mandatory requirements for this course.

What You'll Need to Get

Students will need to provide all materials and equipment necessary for the completion of coursework. It is recommended that students have their own laptop, although computer facilities are available at the school. A simple digital camera (3.2mpxl minimum) is also recommended.

Taught By

The School of Design Innovation — Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation.

Disclaimer

This course outline may be subject to change.