CIRCULAR DESIGN CLUB
The Circular Design skills every Designer needs
With 80% of an objects environmental footprint determined at design stage - we think every Designer should be equipped with industry relevant knowledge, tools and methodologies to design for the Circular Economy.
the cdc mission
To equip 3,000 designers with
Circular Design Skills in 3 years
CIRCULAR DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS COURSE
Next intake
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June 17
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Next intake - June 17 -
aN 8 WEEK online course
EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT 7PM - 8PM AEST
NEXT INTAKE: 17.06.25
8 SUBJECTS
Designed to build crucial foundational knowledge to begin designing for the Circular Economy. Each subject is bite-sized and includes a live video lesson, resources and opportunity to connect with fellow students. Your knowledge will be tested at the end of each subject through online quizzes.
access to COMMUNITY
You’ll be given access to the CDC Community to connect and collaborate with like-minded designers throughout your course.
End-of-course review
After the course is completed, we’ll host a final video call to review your learnings, explore real-world case studies and ask any burning questions to further expand your knowledge.
COURSE OUTLINE
WEEK 1
A Designers Responsibility
Planetary Boundaries
WEEK 2
Sustainability: Core Concepts
WEEK 3
Circular Economy: Core Concepts
WEEK 4
Thinking in Systems
WEEK 5
Thinking in Life Cycles
WEEK 6
Circular Hierarchy
WEEK 7
Circular Design Strategies
WEEK 8
End-of-course Review
PRICING
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For Designers that are employed or freelancing and earning a living wage.
$60 per week
$480 total
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This course is free for all Indigenous Designers worldwide
$0
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For Designers that are studying full or part-time.
Proof of current enrolment is required upon sign up.
$40 per week
$320 total
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For Designers who are not able to access employment or are earning a below living wage.
No questions asked.
$0
FAQ
WHO IS THE TEACHER
Circular Strategist, Lecturer and Designer Kirby Clark has over 10 years of circular design experience working with top brand across beauty, luxury fashion, tech and lifestyle.
From an early career in Interior Design to an established career in Experiential, Kirby has implemented Circular Design strategies across various projects from large-scale residential developments to bespoke custom objects.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR
Any designer that is involved in the creation of physical things. Interior, industrial, product, architectural, packaging and fashion designers will all benefit from this crucial foundational knowledge.
WHAT TYPES OF RESOURCES ARE PROVIDED
Each week you will be provided with worksheets, guides and templates relevant to each subject as well as a list of recommended readings.
HOW DOES THE WEEKLY PRICING WORK
After sign up you will be subscribed to 8 weekly direct debits. The first payment will be debited Week 1 and the last payment will be debited Week 8.
WILL THE LIVE LESSONS BE RECORDED
Yes, if you happen to miss a lesson or want to revisit it at a later date a recording will be provided each week.
WILL THERE BE HOMEWORK
Optional readings and activities will be recommended each week to practice newly learnt skills and maximise knowledge retention.
WILL i receive a certificate
Upon completion of the 8 week course you will receive a Circular Design Club certificate listing each course subject.
