At the Hasso Plattner d-school Afrika at the University of Cape Town, learning happens through doing. We create spaces where students and professionals experiment, collaborate, and build the confidence to approach challenges differently. Using design-led thinking, we help people unlock creativity, reframe complex problems, and design solutions that drive meaningful impact across Africa and beyond.
LEARNThe Hasso Plattner d-school Afrika at the University of Cape Town equips people across Africa with the skills to reframe, rethink, and resolve real-world challenges through design-led thinking. Based on UCT’s middle campus in Cape Town, we offer experiential learning that empowers students and professionals to create human-centred, innovative solutions for an ever-changing world.
D-SCOVERWhether you’re a student building your future, a professional ready to level up, or an organisation looking to unlock new ways of working, there’s a programme built for you.
With a proven track record of 120+ professional programmes and over 50 organisational partnerships across the continent, Hasso Plattner d-school Afrika develops the design thinking capabilities professionals need to solve complex challenges and create lasting impact.
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The Hasso Plattner d-school Afrika’s student programmes are designed to meet you wherever you are in your learning journey. Whether you’re taking your first step with a 2-hour Design Thinking Dash or committing to a 10-week Foundation Programme, our courses are built to sharpen your critical thinking skills, and equip you with tools that will help you stand out in the world of work.
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At the Hasso Plattner d-school Afrika, we partner with organisations across the continent to build customised programmes that make design-led thinking a natural part of the everyday workflow. Work with Africa’s leading design thinking school to co-create solutions shaped by your team’s specific goals and real-world challenges.
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