Dr. Dion Tuckwell

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dion works in the Department of Design at Monash University as a Lecturer of Communication Design. Before starting his academic career at Monash, Dion worked as a designer in several multidisciplinary studios in Melbourne. His primary interest lies in design practice, particularly in developing theoretical components for the curriculum in his department. Dion maintains a communication design studio serving clients in both the private and public sectors. His studio work and current research output explore how studio practice can intervene in models of design learning. Dion's research interests include collaborative design practice within the context of interdisciplinary research. His doctoral work focuses on an ARC Linkage project that emphasizes design practice-based research and contributes to collaborative efforts to generate knowledge for complex social research. His work aligns with thematic codes 1203, with publications centered on the impacts in the field of design practice-based research. Additionally, Dion's expertise relates to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and academic qualifications.

Research Interests

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.