Overview

About the program

Understanding the human dimension is widely recognised as an essential capability in addressing these issues. However, traditional HCD approaches are not sufficiently tailored to address these complex and emerging challenges. In order to remain impactful, we therefore re-examine and expand upon the foundational HCD knowledge to better account for emerging technologies and evolving societal values.

This creates exciting scientific opportunities to develop a new body of knowledge and methodology, supporting a more holistic understanding of the relationships between humans, other living beings, technology, and the environment.

At Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) we are broadening our scope towards systemic HCD approaches, a greater emphasis on co-creation and community involvement, a better understanding of non-human agency, and a more nuanced understanding of the relationship between design and the social, political, and economic contexts in which it operates.

By advancing Human-Centered Design for the 21st century, we strive to maintain and nurture our position as a leader in the design field and ultimately aim to promote the development of positive human-technology relationships.

Programme Structure

The department is organised into four sections:

Applied Ergonomics and Design
Design Aesthetics
Design Conceptualization and Communication
Human Information Communication Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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100

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Delft, Netherlands

Disciplines

Industrial Design Health Sciences View 5 other PhDs in Industrial Design in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for a PhD position you must:

Be familiar with the theory and methodology of the research field
Have a Dutch master’s degree (or a foreign equivalent)
Be proficient in English

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

2750 EUR / year

≈ 2750 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2750 EUR / year

≈ 2750 EUR / year

Living costs

Delft

Netherlands

780 - 1160 EUR / month

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