Improve the health and wellbeing of communities through design and position yourself at the forefront of a growing movement

There is increasing recognition that design plays an important role in the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Government bodies, workplaces, schools, universities, not-for-profit and commercial businesses are making health and wellbeing a priority. COVID-19 has further drawn attention to the way space impacts health and human experiences. Design for wellbeing is fast gaining traction as a field.

The Graduate Certificate in Design for Health and Wellbeing is a rich and multidisciplinary overview to why space matters, spatial research methods and how users’ health and wellbeing are impacted by their environments.

As Australia’s first qualification in design for health and wellbeing, the course is designed and delivered by the following leading experts in consultation with industry, and the International WELL Building InstituteTM.

• Associate Professor Christhina Candido holds a PhD in Civil Engineering and Environmental Science with expertise in the design, experience and performance of spaces. Christhina is a member of the IWBI Research Advisory and WELL faculty.
• Dr Kirsten Day is an architect bringing expertise in design thinking, interior architecture, and design for disability and health. Her publications and studios explore future scenarios and the impact of change.
• Dr Andrew Martel has been investigating the potential of the NDIS to drive innovation in design for disability. He brings qualitative and quantitative methods to research affordable, family-friendly housing, high-density housing, and remote Indigenous housing.
• Associate Professor Clare Newton is an architect and Doctor of Education with expertise in learning environments, the workplace, and design for ageing.