
Topic outline
- LSDM BA Design Experience
- Learning @ LSDM
Learning @ LSDM
Flexible Learning
LSDM units offer weekly contents in multiple learning formats, allowing you to learn at your own style and rythm. Weekly contents are available in 3 languages: English, Portuguese and Spanish.
Assessment
According to the units' learning outcomes, assessment tasks may include exams, case studies, competitions and reports. All reports will be assessed through a plagiarism analysis tool. You will find self-assessment opportunities and feedback to assess your progress.
Easy to use Learning Environment
LSDM Campus Online is an easy-to-use environment. Units provide a clean structure, offering weekly resources and activities, where you can learn and apply new knowledge.
Tutor Centre Support
Our Tutor Centre is always available to support your learning, clarify your doubts and discuss your ideas.
Partnership with UCA
Main LSDM Resources
EBSCO Library
Statista Library
Turnitin
Google Meet - webconference system
Safe Exam Browser
Praxis - Business Simulation
LSDM Students Testimonials
Image Gallery of LSDM - BA Design Student Works
- TDES4002 - Science Applied to Design
Science Applied to Design
Level . 04
The aim of this unit is to provide you with basic theory and knowledge applied to 21st century design. The unit is taught thematically and will enable you to interpret phenomena, languages, technologies and measuring tools, which are useful to the integration of design thinking.Science Applied to Design - Table of Contents File 214.9KB PDF document
Examples of Unit Contents
- TDES4004 - Design & Creative Theory
Design & Creative Theory
Level . 04
This unit examines the importance and use of design and creativity in artistic and professional practice and will look at the theory, history and practices commonly associated with creativity and design.Examples of Unit Contents
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- TDES4008 - Visual Language
Visual Language
Level . 04
This unit develops an understanding of visual language as it is used in design practice and theory. It provides a theoretical foundation of knowledge that underpins visual communication.Examples of Unit Contents
Learning Activities- There's a language considered universal, the so-called "esperanto". It doesn't belong to any country. It has its "norms" and according to its followers, it already exists throughout the world.
Try to know a little bit more about Esperanto. Share one word or sentence (and it’s translation) and give your opinion on this week's forum.
- TDES4007 - Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
Nivel . 04
This unit will provide you with knowledge of economics related to the creative industries, along with a methodological framework of business models.Examples of Unit Contents
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- TDES5001 - Product Design
Product Design
Level . 05
This unit will introduce you to the principles of Product Design and will provide you with skills to develop successful commercial and non-commercial products, while at the same time identifying the role of creative experimentation and critical evaluation.Examples of Unit Contents
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