MsBrittany Klaassens

Brittany Klaassens is an experienced interaction design educator and Associate Lecturer at the University of Sydney, with over eight years of teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. She has coordinated and taught a wide range of units spanning UX design, interaction design, product design, and qualitative research, with a strong track record of enhancing student experience and engagement. Her teaching is grounded in an inquiry-based, student-centred approach that prioritises autonomy, critical thinking, and real-world application. Brittany is particularly known for her innovative studio practices, such as large-scale user testing fairs that embed authentic research experiences into assessment, and for creating collaborative, supportive learning environments where students feel empowered to develop both as designers and individuals. She is also deeply committed to high-quality, actionable feedback and maintaining marking parity across teaching teams, alongside mentoring tutors and students to support consistent and meaningful learning outcomes.