Matt Ward

Matthew Ward, also known as Matt Ward, is a Professor of Design at Goldsmiths, University of London.1 He has been working at Goldsmiths for nearly 20 years and has held various positions within the institution.2

Professional Background

Matt Ward's career at Goldsmiths includes:

• Professor of Design (September 2022 - Present)1
• Head of Design (2015-2018)2
• Leader of the BA in Design program for 10 years2

He has also served as an External Examiner for several prestigious institutions, including the Royal College of Art and the University of the Arts.2

Research and Expertise

Professor Ward's research interests are diverse and include:

• Speculative design
• Radical pedagogy
• Design education
• Technology and its impact on society

He is known for his experimental and boundary-pushing approach to design education.1 Ward is also a practicing designer, writer, and amateur photographer.1

Notable Achievements

• Holds three international patents for his work at NCR on the Internet of Things and Urban Computing12
• Research affiliate to MIT Media Lab and Interaction Design at the Royal College of Art12
• Founding member of DWFE, a post-disciplinary, semi-fictional design syndicate12
• Recipient of the Peake Award for Excellence in Learning and Teaching from Goldsmiths in 20131
• Awarded the Student Led Teaching Award for most challenging and inspiring tutor in 20161

Professional Activities

Matt Ward has been involved in various professional activities:

• Consultant for organizations such as Nokia, BERG, Dentsu, and the Design Council12
• International lecturer on design, technology, and education1
• Partner in SpeculativeEdu, an initiative focused on speculative design education2

Professor Ward's approach to design education is characterized by post-disciplinary, experimental, and pluralistic methods, aiming to push the boundaries of accepted practice in the field.2