Design Thinking

Upskill at Design Thinking with Ignite's free, expert-built course

Learn the foundations of design thinking to solve problems creatively and build user-centred solutions. You will practise empathy, ideation, and prototyping techniques applicable to any field.

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Curriculum

Getting Started with Design Thinking

Discover what design thinking is and why it matters. You will explore its origins, core principles, and how it differs from traditional problem-solving approaches.

■The Five Stages at a Glance
■Why Human-Centred Design Matters
■When to Use Design Thinking

Understanding People through Empathy

Learn how to step into someone else's shoes to truly understand their needs. You will practise simple empathy techniques such as observation and interviewing.

■Asking Open-Ended Questions
■Observing Users in Context
■Creating a Simple Empathy Map

Generating Creative Ideas

Explore how to move from a clear problem statement to a wide range of possible solutions. You will practise brainstorming methods that encourage bold, judgement-free thinking.

■Defining the Problem Clearly
■Brainstorming without Judgement
■Selecting the Strongest Ideas

Your First Prototype and Test

Learn how to turn your best idea into a quick, low-cost prototype and gather honest feedback. You will discover why testing early saves time and leads to better outcomes.

■Building a Low-Fidelity Prototype
■Gathering Useful Feedback
■Improving through Iteration

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