Explore the thought leadership behind my lectures
At the University of Sydney, I shaped the newly launched Master of Strategic Design program, building a curriculum that moved beyond Design Thinking and UX to address systemic innovation challenges. By bridging academic theory with industry practice, I equipped students to enter top roles across design, technology, and strategy, with many securing competitive placements at leading firms.
Client
University of Sydney
DELIVERABLES
University Lecturing · Mentoring · Strategic Design · Venturing · Web3 · Smart City · Data Visualization · Internet of Things (IoT) · Research and Development (R&D)
Year
2009-2022
Role
Senior Lecturer
I led the development and delivery of interdisciplinary programs that empowered students to shape the future of digital experience. My teaching integrated strategic design methodologies with technical fluency and cultural foresight, preparing graduates to lead in startups, consultancies, and innovation-driven enterprises.
Furthermore I designed and delivered lectures exploring the intersections of Web3, NFTs, and the Metaverse, examining how these emerging technologies are reshaping digital experiences and business models.
Additionally, I lectured on Smart Cities, Data Visualization, and IoT for Natural User Interfaces, collaborating with experts such as Dan Hill, Andrew Vande Moere, and Martin Tomitsch. My multidisciplinary approach blended design, technology, and data science to equip students with the skills needed to drive innovation across industries.
My teaching was grounded in real-world applications and strategic thinking, resulting in numerous students securing internships and roles in leading industry organisations, demonstrating the practical impact and relevance of my courses.
Highlights & Impact:
Developed a strategic design curriculum centred on value proposition design for venture building, differentiating strategic design from traditional UX practices. Highlights included guest lectures from international experts such as Andy Polaine, Vanessa Wolfe-Coote, Myriam Parada and;
Created engaging lectures on emerging technologies including Web3, NFTs, and the Metaverse, linking technical trends to practical business and design strategies. Highlight included guest lecturers by Kain Warwick and Tea Uglow
Additionally, I led interdisciplinary learning experiences on Smart City, Data Visualization, and IoT devices. In collaboration with leading experts like Dan Hill, Andrew Vande Moere, and Martin Tomitsch, I brought a multidisciplinary approach to teaching, interaction design, urban innovation, and data science.
Together, we explored the potential of digital technologies to improve urban living, enable smarter cities, and design immersive experiences that bridge the physical and digital worlds.
My teaching was grounded in real-world applications and strategic thinking, equipping students to drive innovation across industries. Many of my students secured exciting internships and roles in the industry, showcasing the practical impact and relevance of the courses.
Smart City Research: Neighbourhood Scoreboards
Research into spatial interaction design for urban environments.
Neighbourhood Scoreboards at University of Sydney