DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: February 28th, 2025
COURSE START: x
SCHOLARSHIPS AMOUNT
• Scholarships covering from 5.000€ to 8.000€ of the total tuition fee both for the Academic Master's Programme and the Double Award Master's Programme.
INTRO
As the global demographic shifts towards an older population, the challenge to keep the ageing workforce active and productive intensifies.
This competition calls on interaction designers to develop innovative design solutions that bolster the capabilities of elderly workers, facilitating their continued engagement and productivity in the workplace. By enhancing their professional contributions, we aim to leverage their experience while ensuring their work environments are adaptable and supportive.
BRIEF
Participants will create interaction design ideas that help older adults thrive in the workplace while removing barriers. Solutions should accommodate the physical and cognitive changes associated with ageing.
Proposals might include, but are not limited to, ergonomic interfaces, tools for enhanced cognitive engagement, systems that streamline workflows for senior employees, facilitate intergenerational transfer of knowledge or reskilling and upskilling. The integration of AI, virtual reality, or wearable technology to assist daily tasks and health monitoring is encouraged. Designs must be intuitive, promoting ease of use and reducing barriers to technology adoption among the elderly.
Projects should demonstrate a clear understanding of the ageing workforce needs, offering scalable and sustainable solutions that can be implemented in diverse work settings while still promoting fairness and solidarity between different working generations. Judging criteria will include innovation, the practicality of the design, its adaptability across various job roles, and the potential to significantly improve work life for ageing individuals.
APPLY NOW When you submit your project you will receive an immediate confirmation email that your submission was received. If you do not receive a confirmation, let us know at: competitions@domusacademy.itRequired materials
ADDITIONAL FOR DOUBLE AWARD MASTER
- 2 Reference Letters
- IELTS 5.5 in all parts or recognized equivalent certificate to be submitted within 3 months before the course start date. (not mandatory)