GCIP: Design·AI and Robotics @ SUTD
Where Design Thinking Meets AI Innovation
Duration
7 Days
In Singapore
Learner Profile
UG & PG Students
Programme Fee
USD 1,699
[Exclusions: Flights, Entry Fee to Attractions]
Certificate of Completion
from SUTD
About GCIP: Design·AI and Robotics
At SUTD, students don't just imagine the future - they design it.
SUTD integrates Design·AI and Technology into a bold, interdisciplinary education that empowers students to solve real-world problems with purpose and creativity. Human-centred innovation is in SUTD's DNA, and AI is not just a tool, but a partner in the way students learn, think and build.
Join this curated programme for an intensive hands-on experience that brings Design·AI to life — the SUTD way. SUTD is the first university globally to embed design thinking and innovation across its entire curriculum.
Key Focus Areas
- Design Thinking: Human-centered design methodology and rapid ideation
- Smart Robotics: Modular robotics, AI navigation, and sensor integration
- 3D Prototyping: Digital fabrication and hands-on 3D printing
- Design Innovation: AI-enhanced stakeholder analysis and project development
This programme serves as an integrated pathway to SUTD's Master of Science and Technology and Design (MTD) programmes. Selected candidates may receive an admission offer for SUTD's MTD on the spot.
Session Schedule
Comprehensive sessions combining academic excellence with industry expertise
Sessions at SUTD
18 Academic Hours| Session | Duration | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 hours | Introduction to Design Thinking & AI Design Thinking methodology at SUTD, AI as a design partner, rapid ideation and sketching, team formation and design sprint |
| 2 | 3 hours | Smart Robotics & AI Integration Modular and reconfigurable robotics, coding fundamentals, sensors and AI navigation, Mini Robot Challenge |
| 3 | 3 hours | 3D Prototyping & Digital Fabrication 3D printing technologies, software tutorial, operating 3D printers, custom 3D-printed souvenir, SUTD Fabrication Lab tour |
| 4 | 3 hours | Discover - Stakeholder Analysis & AI-Enhanced Insights Stakeholder analysis, personas and scenario development, AI-enhanced user insights, group project work |
| 5 | 3 hours | Design Innovation Workshop - Project Development Problem statements, design sprint, prototype solutions, mentor guidance, peer collaboration |
| 6 | 3 hours | Project Presentation & Conclusion Team presentations, prototype demonstrations, faculty evaluation, certificate ceremony |
Introduction to Design Thinking & AI
Design Thinking methodology at SUTD, AI as a design partner, rapid ideation and sketching, team formation and design sprint
Smart Robotics & AI Integration
Modular and reconfigurable robotics, coding fundamentals, sensors and AI navigation, Mini Robot Challenge
3D Prototyping & Digital Fabrication
3D printing technologies, software tutorial, operating 3D printers, custom 3D-printed souvenir, SUTD Fabrication Lab tour
Discover - Stakeholder Analysis & AI-Enhanced Insights
Stakeholder analysis, personas and scenario development, AI-enhanced user insights, group project work
Design Innovation Workshop - Project Development
Problem statements, design sprint, prototype solutions, mentor guidance, peer collaboration
Project Presentation & Conclusion
Team presentations, prototype demonstrations, faculty evaluation, certificate ceremony
* Session sequence and contents subject to changes. Programme curriculum may be adjusted based on cohort composition and learning needs.
What Makes This Programme Different?
No Dry Lectures
Interactive workshops on design thinking and AI
Ideas Made Real
Build prototypes and design solutions
Hands-On Learning
Robotics and 3D printing hands-on
Team Collaboration
Work in groups under SUTD mentor guidance
Final Presentation
Pitch your design innovation project
Assessment Criteria(Conducted by SUTD)
Programme Completion Documents
Certificate of Completion
from SUTD
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