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Regenerative Innovation unit (KDA218)

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Location: Hobart

Introduction

Regenerative Innovation transcends traditional sustainability approaches by reimagining design as a catalyst for creating net-positive ecological and social impact. This 3-day intensive unit views regenerative innovation as a response to complex challenges that requires both systemic thinking and design action. You will cultivate the capacity to explore, reframe, create and catalyse innovations that actively regenerate rather than merely sustain, guiding them to become agents of systemic transformation. Through a people and planet-centred approach, students will develop the ability to analyse complex systems, identify leverage points for positive change, and design solutions that contribute to thriving ecological and social ecosystems across diverse contexts and disciplines. This unit requires pre-reading before attending, please complete the pre-reading in the week prior to the 3-day intensive, ensure you have read the associated content.

Summary

Unit name Regenerative Innovation
Unit code KDA218
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
School of Architecture and Design
Discipline Architecture & Design
Coordinator Doctor Vanessa Ward
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Half Year Period 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
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  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
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  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Half Year Period 2 21/6/2026 27/7/2026 17/9/2026 7/11/2026

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and explain fundamental principles of regenerative design and innovation.
  • Evaluate innovation opportunities through regenerative lenses, to create ecological, social, and economic value .
  • Apply regenerative tools to analyse systems and contexts.
  • Develop innovative responses that embody regenerative principles and contribute to thriving systems.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
100500 $1,192.00 $1,020.00 not applicable $2,972.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

AssessmentPersonal Regenerative Innovation Plan & Reflection (20%)|Design Sprint Workbook (40%)|Regenerative Business Proposal (40%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Todd, C. (2024, March 15). Chapter summaries for Doughnut Economics. Cambridge Doughnut. https://www.cambridgedoughnut.org.uk/chapter-summaries-for-doughnut-economics/
Recommended

Joyce, A., & Paquin, R. L. (2016/11/01). The triple layered business model canvas: A tool to design more sustainable business models. Journal of Cleaner Production, 135. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2016.06.067 

Fullerton, J. (2015). REGENERATIVE CAPITALISM. https://capitalinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/2015-Regenerative-Capitalism-4-20-15-final.pdf

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