STEAMunity
STEAMunity
Inspiring the next generation of Design x Technology Innovators
This novel programme is aimed at:
- Inspiring our young to develop a greater proficiency in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM), coupled with user-inspired Design and AI.
- Promoting inclusivity and social cohesion through active interaction.
- Broadening the horizons of our young – beyond the virtual world which they are very focused on.
Workshop Modules
Students will undergo a series of modules that will equip you with the skills necessary to tackle your projects.
Design Modules
You will learn about the 4D double-diamond or 4 phases of the Design Innovation process:
- Discover
- Identify stakeholders
- Empathise with users
- Analyse user needs
- Define
- Identify user insights and opportunities for innovations
- Clarify and rescope opportunities
- Develop
- Ideate creatively and boldly, with structure
- Visualise ideas
- Deliver
- Evaluate and filter concepts
- Demonstrate concepts tangibly
- Pitch ideas convincingly
STEAM Modules
Project Management
Management of team dynamics, roles, responsibilities, and project timeline
Prototyping
Hands-on fabrication (3D printing, laser cutting)
Coding
Basic procedural thinking
Artificial Intelligence
AI as a tool to aid the design process
Humanities & Arts
Critical thinking and creativity, understanding human perspectives and behaviour in technology
Programme Structure
Stage 1: Burst of STEAM
Stage 1 programme outcomes:
- Experience the end-to-end design process with a dedicated facilitator.
- Learn the structured process of Design Innovation by using the iterative Double Diamond framework (Discover, Define, Develop and Deliver) where you learn and practice divergent and convergent thinking. Students will learn to explore an issue more widely and deeply; distill relevant information and pinpoint issues; creatively ideate and prototype; and streamline your solution.
- Research, choose and solve a community problem.
- Acquire/enhance valuable life skills and 21st-century competencies.
- Learn/enhance your technical STEAM skills including 3D printing, laser-cutting, using generative AI, electronics, coding, industrial design and much more.
- Engagement with community mentors and industry leaders
- Pitch ideas to industry and community leaders.
Stage 2: Full STEAM
Prerequisite:
Students must complete Stage 1: Burst of STEAM to apply for Stage 2: Full STEAM. The application process for Full STEAM will be communicated to students participating in Burst of STEAM.
Stage 2 programme outcomes:
- Further develop STEAM and Design Innovation skills.
- Experience guidance from trained Design Innovators.
- Partner with community organisations to co-create solutions that can be implemented.
- Troubleshoot prototypes with a dedicated Technical Advisor.
- Testing the solutions with industry and community partners.
- Project showcase
Programme Principles & Values
Our Principles
The programme design embraces 3 key principles based on industry and global best practices and from our in-house پ.
🧭 Guided Autonomy
Steer your own design opportunity, with guidance.
🔭 Multi-perspective Learning
Inter-disciplinary, multi-level, experimentation-driven growth.
🏡 Empowered Community
Take ownership of your community with empathy, via co-creation.
The Ground Rules
In order to make this an enjoyable and productive experience for all participants, we expect close adherence to these values:
- Accountability: Be responsible for your commitments, and communicate openly if you need help or have concerns. Show up for your teammates, facilitators and instructors.
- Integrity: Give due credit and consistently improve your work ethic.
- Sportsmanship: Treat each other and your items with respect.
- Embrace fun: Participate wholeheartedly in the activities and enjoy the learning process. Don’t be afraid to fail!
What's next
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Frequently asked questions
What is new about the Supercharged DAI curriculum?
Open to students applying from AY2026 onwards, the new Supercharged DAI curriculum has a revamped core curriculum with two pathway options.
- The Societal and Systems Intelligence track integrates economics, business and AI to address complex systemic challenges.
- The Human-Centred Intelligence track draws from psychology, philosophy, and human-AI interaction to advance more empathetic and ethical technologies.
Together, these pathways prepare students to harness the full potential of human and AI to create industry solutions that are as thoughtful as they are transformative.
What do I learn about AI in this programme? What skillset would I gain?
Rather than viewing AI only as a technical tool, the DAI programme helps you develop an AI-aware mindset—understanding how to use, improve, and critically evaluate AI in the design of real-world solutions. By combining design thinking, technological skills, and insights into how people and systems interact, you will be equipped to create innovations that are both intelligent and deeply human-centred.
You will graduate with a powerful combination of design innovation, AI fluency, and human-centred thinking—this empowers you to bridge technology and humanity for tackling open-ended challenges in an AI-driven world.
How would I know if I have failed the EWET?
Students who failed the EWET will receive an email from Office of Student Administration(OSA) in week two, informing them that they have been enrolled into the FEP. The email will also include their weekly class timing and lesson venue. Your FEP teacher will also follow up with an email to you. The first FEP class will begin in week three.
What happens if I fail the EWET?
You are not expected to withdraw from SUTD if you fail the EWET. If you fail the EWET, you are required to complete the following:
- Freshmore English Program (term 1)
- Freshmore Communication Program (term 3). FCP is a Pass/Fail module and you will need to pass both in order to graduate from SUTD.
How should I prepare for the EWET?
There is no preparation or studying required. You just have to be present virtually to access the test, read the question carefully and give a logical and coherent written response. Please be reminded that you should write in proper, grammatical sentences and choose a tone which is appropriate.
You are, however, encouraged to read this short book:
William Strunk, Jr. & E. B. White, Elements of Style, 4th Ed. (Allyn & Bacon, 2000).
Frequently asked questions