Design objects Field of study: Music in Multimedia
Programme code: W6-S2MLA25.2025

Module name: Design objects
Module code: W6-DigiCrea-MM-DO
Programme code: W6-S2MLA25.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The "Design objects" module introduces students to the key principles of designing objects in digital and physical contexts. The course combines theoretical foundations with practical design aspects, focusing on creative processes and the technological tools used in contemporary object design. Students will explore issues related to aesthetics, functionality, and innovation in the design of interactive objects. The module will help develop skills in critical thinking and design decision-making in a rapidly changing technological environment. It will also cover the latest trends and challenges in designing digital and physical objects and how to integrate new trends into public spaces and everyday life.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student knows the key principles of designing objects in both digital and physical contexts. [IMG-S2-DO_1]
 W6-MM-S2-W01 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-W02 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-W05 [4/5]
The student understands the role of aesthetics, functionality, and innovation in designing objects. [IMG-S2-DO_2]
 W6-MM-S2-W01 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-W05 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-W09 [2/5]
The student knows the latest trends and challenges in designing digital and physical objects. [IMG-S2-DO_3]
 W6-MM-S2-W01 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-W02 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-W05 [3/5]
The student can develop an object design concept, considering aesthetic, functional, and innovative aspects. [IMG-S2-DO_4]
 W6-MM-S2-U02 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-U03 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-U04 [5/5]
The student can engage in constructive discussions and exchange ideas within a design team. [IMG-S2-DO_5]
 W6-MM-S2-K03 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-K04 [4/5] W6-MM-S2-K06 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W_DO] 27 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06]  		course work IMG-S2-DO_1 IMG-S2-DO_2 IMG-S2-DO_3 IMG-S2-DO_4 IMG-S2-DO_5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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