Official Title: Assistant Professor

Faculty: 藝術及人文學院

電郵: miguel.duque@usj.edu.mo

Short Bio

Dr. Miguel Rosa Duque is a prominent and esteemed designer within the design community. He has over 30 years of experience in the design industry and has taught at various universities for more than 15 years. He previously taught at Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University in China, where he inspired numerous students with his passion for design and innovation before joining the University of Saint Joseph. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Design from Curtin University in Australia, a Master of Design in Virtual Environment Design from the University of Saint Joseph, and a PhD in Communication from the University of Macau, concentrating on research in Virtual Reality. His multidisciplinary education has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of both the creative and technical aspects of design. Renowned for his commitment to fostering student creativity and consistently exceeding expectations, Dr. Miguel believes that education should empower students to explore the boundaries of their creativity and uncover their unique voices. His pedagogical philosophy emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and inquiry, encouraging students to interrogate and interact with contemporary design paradigms. 

He has instructed numerous diverse courses throughout his career. Included among them are 3D Design, Digital Image Manipulation, Digital Art, Digital Imaging and Design, Interactive Arts and Design, Web Design, Narrative and Interactivity in Media Arts, and Design Management. He has familiarized students with the complexities of electronic media and analyzed specialized topics in media arts and design.  Miguel's primary research interests involve virtual reality, human-computer interaction, presence, and 3D virtual environments for gaming. He is passionate about exploring the intersection of technology and art, and he seeks to ascertain the extent of his capabilities within virtual environments. His research enhances academic discourse and informs students about the latest advancements in the field. His dedication to fostering creativity and exploration maintains a substantial influence on design education.

RESEARCH INTERESTS
Design: UX | UI // Virtual Reality // 3D Modeling // Human Interactive Design // Poker Studies // Web Design

Publications

Modules

Year 3 Bachelor

Year 4 Bachelor