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The Faculty of Design and Society is a vibrant community of more than 200 researchers working across diverse disciplines. Our research tackles real-world challenges in partnership with industry and communities. We value both traditional and creative forms of research to advance UTS’s commitment to connected, globally impactful work that protects and enhances our environment and advances social justice and equity.
Our research centres
With outcomes spanning traditional exploratory research, industry-focused problem-solving, and renowned creative practice, our researchers aim to lead the design and society sectors towards a more innovative and resilient future.
Australian Centre for Public History
The Australian Centre for Public History (ACPH) is a critical hub for public history in Australia.
Centre for Media Transition
The Centre for Media Transition (CMT) is an applied research unit based at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Launched in 2017, the CMT is an...
Centre for Research on Education in a Digital Society
We explore the dynamic relationship between technology and learning – across formal, informal, and professional education contexts throughout the lifespan.
Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion & Textiles
At the Centre of Excellence, we’re transitioning the Australian fashion sector toward sustainability and Industry 4.0.
Climate, Society and Environment Research Centre (C-SERC)
Contributing to understanding and shaping transformations in the way societies interact with energy, technology and the living environment.
Indigenous Institute for Designing with Country
The Indigenous Institute for Designing with Country (IIDwC) is a first-of-its-kind institute that aims to be a world-leading, cross-disciplinary design...
UTS Green Infrastructure Lab
In an era of rapid urbanisation, our cities grapple with challenges like climate change, a decline in biodiversity, increasing in-equality, and resource...
Visualisation Institute
At the UTS Visualisation Institute, we unite cross-disciplinary expertise to create data visualisations and immersive stories that inspire change. Grounded in...
Research by discipline
Architecture
Our research aims to transform architecture through innovations in design, technology and urbanism.
Arts and Social Science
Our researchers address problems, enrich public understanding, and inform solutions in our complex, technology-saturated, dynamic world.
Built Environment
We provide collaborative specialist research in property, planning, design, architecture and digital disciplines.
Design
Our research approach is flexible, collaborating with industry, government and the community on design thinking, spatial design, memory and technology, and design as material culture.
International Studies and Education
Our research advances knowledge in cultural studies, criminology, international studies, languages, education, and studies of professional practice.
Research degrees
Discover the extensive masters and doctorate degrees available and be mentored by leading academics in the field.
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UTS researchers gain access to crucial deliberations on deep-sea mining
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Placing First Nations connections to Country at the forefront of design
The new Indigenous Institute for Designing with Country will draw on First Nations knowledge systems, storytelling and connections to Country to shape design...
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Applications open for Copyright Agency-UTS Indigenous Writers’ Fellowship 2026/2027
Applications are now open for the Copyright Agency-UTS Indigenous Writers' Fellowship 2026/2027, supporting two emerging Indigenous Australian writers to...
News
UTS researchers gain access to crucial deliberations on deep-sea mining
UTS is the first Australian university to be granted accredited observer status with the International Seabed Authority.
News
Friday essay: is there a great Australian graphic novel?
Comic-art makers and avid readers agree: if the great Australian graphic novel exists, what makes it great just might surprise you.
News
Placing First Nations connections to Country at the forefront of design
The new Indigenous Institute for Designing with Country will draw on First Nations knowledge systems, storytelling and connections to Country to shape design...
News
Applications open for Copyright Agency-UTS Indigenous Writers’ Fellowship 2026/2027
Applications are now open for the Copyright Agency-UTS Indigenous Writers' Fellowship 2026/2027, supporting two emerging Indigenous Australian writers to...