Possibilities of Social Design in Formation of Competence of Graduates of Higher Education

Abstract

The article highlights the issues of social design opportunities for university students. The authors’ definition is based on the existing definitions of the concept of “social design” derived author’s definition. The essence of social design within the framework of the competence approach has been studied. It consists in expressing the idea of improving the environment by setting special goals and objectives, taking the necessary measures and actions to achieve them, concluded within a specific time frame. The goals of the project were set. Mastering competences students prefer to use informal style in teaching. Therefore, the article notes a popular and at the same time effective approach to working with the younger generation—service learning, that is, teaching through the ministry, which includes social design. In social design, several stages are expected to be achieved in order to achieve results. The article identifies three stages, which are described in detail. Some requirements for a student’s social project are indicated.