Dr. Christian Tietz

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christian Tietz is a Senior Lecturer in the Industrial Design program at the University of New South Wales. With a professional background in design spanning over 20 years, he has a specific focus on the context of design and its influence on user behavior and product performance. His research examines how products impact social lives and explores the narrative behind their usage, revealing personal and communal dimensions of product interaction. Tietz pioneered the incorporation of Indigenous Environmental Health perspectives into Industrial Design, emphasizing the importance of user-centered approaches in diverse cultural settings. He has published extensively on the subject, contributing to national and international understanding of the implications of design on health and sustainability. His work has been acknowledged through numerous awards, including the 2011 UN World Habitat Award and the 2012 UTS Human Rights Award. Christian’s research is characterized by collaborative efforts with professionals across various disciplines, aimed at improving health conditions through innovative design solutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2014-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Senior Lecturer in the Industrial Design program, focusing on design's influence on user behavior and social impact.

Awards

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Human Rights Award

2012-01-01
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UN World Habitat Award

2011-01-01

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.