Global Digital Innovation Project (GDIP)

Course code: LTAT.05.024
Amount of credits: 6 ECTS
Schedule: Autumn or Spring semester
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In the context of increasingly international companies and interdisciplinary teams even within companies, this course emulates the complex work environment that we are a part of. Sandbox, being a part of Design Factory Global Network (DFGN), offers this course in collaboration with members of the network such as inno.space at Mannheim University, Germany. As part of the course students from Sandbox and inno.space will work in collaboration to solve real problems offered by Estonian and German partner companies. With the main goal of building a validated prototype, the focus of the course will be to develop end-to-end problem solving skills using design thinking methods. While solving the problems students will learn how to convert a problem statement into a product vision, develop a strategy to build the product, prototype it, and design metrics to measure success. Some of the partner companies in previous offerings of the course were Tartu2024, Cleveron, Coffee Store, etc.

F.A.Q.

Do I need to know how to code?
No. You will build high-fidelity prototypes with tools like Figma or Adobe XD during our practical courses, which do not require any coding skills on your part.

I want to be on a team with my friends. Can I choose my teammates?Generally speaking, no. Although we try to consider students' wishes, you should be fully prepared to work in any team and on any challenge. At the end of the day, we have to ensure equal division of the students into teams. Remember that working with new people will broaden your horizons and enhance your collaborative skills.

Can I choose the challenge?
Generally speaking, no. See the answer to the previous question. But don't worry, we make sure that all the industry challenges are feasible for the students.

Can I take GDIP course more than once?
Yes. We have new industry partners and challenges each semester, so you can take the practical course more than once.

What should the final solution look like?
At the end of the practical course, each team presents a high-fidelity prototype of a final solution. To understand what solutions can look like, browse through our Completed Projects.