Program Overview

Why study

Service design takes a human-centred approach to the creation and improvement of experiences by examining all aspects of a service ecosystem – its strategies, structures, people, and processes. This shift in user-centred thinking has seen a rise in demand for service designers, who use empathy and various tools to shape how an organisation delivers its products and services.

Our Graduate Certificate in Service Design is ideal for those looking to start a career in or transition into the field of service design. This program is ideal for:

New entrants into service design including graduates from communication and industrial design, as well as related fields such as business, technology, the arts, social work, and education

Mid-senior designers and professionals looking to upskill, including UX designers, business analysts, strategic analysts, and interaction designers
Mid-senior professionals looking to commission service design work

What you'll learn

Utilise design research methods to identify and investigate contemporary service problems
Apply skills and knowledge of service design practices and strategy to engage stakeholders, frame problems, and propose innovative solutions
Articulate your final design solution using various tools to create artefacts such as customer journey maps, service blueprints, and a service prototype
Work autonomously and collaborate with others in diverse contexts, demonstrating cultural, environmental and social awareness, and ethical and reflective practice
Identify the next steps to develop your professional skills and future learning as a service designer

Program outcomes

By the end of this program, walk away with the service design skills, tools, and knowledge, as well as a portfolio showcasing your service design strategy and proposed recommendations.

Learn more about our Graduate Certificate in Service Design course in the video below.

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Dr Marius Foley is the Program Manager of the Master of Design Futures, RMIT School of Design. His work focuses on the practice of human-centred design in contemporary industry and social organisations. Marius has an active interest in innovation in design, media, and the areas such as education, health, welfare

**Joyce Seitzinger**Learning Design Director, RMIT Online

With over 19 years experience in learning design both domestically and internationally, Joyce has a passion for building dynamic, engaging and world-class learning experiences.

**Jennifer Morinaka**Student Success Advisor

Our student success team are here to help you with 1:1 coaching, tips on how to successfully study online, and any questions or concerns you may have.

Entry requirements

An Australian bachelor degree or equivalent, or higher level qualification from a recognised tertiary institution. You may also be considered for the graduate certificate if you have work experience, or skills required in service design and delivery.

These include any public-facing interfaces such as but not limited to retail, corporate, government, welfare, not-for-profit or cultural organisations. This experience may include creative practice, community engagement, consultancy, transport, customer experience, process analysis, innovation and start-ups, human resources, organisational strategy and design or similar roles.

Applicants will need to submit a statement that details their experience alongside a CV.

English Language

You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this program.

If you are a local student refer to the English requirements for postgraduate coursework programs.

If you are an international student refer to the English requirements and equivalency information. The program requires a minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 in IELTS (Academic).

Australian Student Visas

RMIT’s Online Graduate Certificate in Service Design does not meet Australian student visa requirements. For an Australian student visa, you must have an on-campus place in a program of study. For more details on RMIT’s on-campus programs visit rmit.edu.au.

Credit Pathways

At RMIT Online, we’re committed to supporting your lifelong learning journey. Our flexible learning pathways can be tailored to align with your individual educational goals. Some of our short courses, when taken in certain combinations, are eligible for credit in the Graduate Certificate in Service Design. For a full list of the short course elective bundles and eligibility, please refer here. To be eligible for a credit transfer, you will also need to meet this program’s entry requirements. The course must be a current credential or completed within the last 10 years. Individual short courses are not recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Some courses within our Graduate Certificate in Service Design may also be eligible for credit into the Master of Design Futures. See individual course descriptions for more information. Eligibility and criteria still apply.

Fees

Full Fee*

3480 per course

13920 all 4 courses

Important information

Fees are indicative only and are subject to change each year.
FEE-HELP and Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are subject to eligibility requirements.
Plus a capped Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) based on your credit point enrolment load.

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Graduate Certificate in Service Design