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Course summary

**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.** Course Summary

  • Learn the skills you need to become a professional product or service designer.
  • Create visually compelling and innovative products and engaging service experiences.
  • Develop real-world experience working on live projects with global brands.
  • Benefit from exceptional connections with relevant industry and professional networks
During the foundation year, you will be part of a vibrant cross-disciplinary community of students with access to a dedicated studio space. This course prepares you for an exciting career as a globally-minded designer, equipped to identify and respond empathetically, sustainably and collaboratively to creative opportunities. How you learn All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. Through studio-based learning and working on live projects, you'll gain a deep understanding of design culture and practice. You'll learn how to take creative risks and create innovative, viable, user-centred and sustainable designs – while also developing your own personal approach and career aspirations. You'll develop collaborative skills through interdisciplinary projects, as well as engage globally with our established partner institutions in Hong Kong and Taiwan. You’ll learn through:
  • studio-based design projects
  • technical workshops
  • lectures and seminars
  • authentic work experiences and placements
  • live design projects
  • field trips
  • presentations and feedback sessions
  • studio-based design projects
  • Blackboard online learning portal
  • self-directed study
Applied learning:
  • Work placements
  • Live projects
  • Field trips
  • Networking opportunities
  • Competitions
For more details, please see the Sheffield Hallam University course page.

Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the following modules list for further information. Year 1 (Compulsory modules): 1) Design Essentials, 2) Design Interactions. Year 2 (Compulsory modules): 1) Products, Services And Experiences, 2) Professional Engagement. Year 3 (Optional modules): Placement Year. Final year (Compulsory modules): 1) Graduation Design Projects, 2) Strategic Innovation.

Assessment method

Coursework


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
W240
Institution code:
S21
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We welcome applications from people of any age. We may be flexible in our normal offer if you can show a commitment to succeed and have the relevant skills and experience. This must show that you will benefit from and finish the course successfully.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/art-and-design/ba-honours-product-design/full-time/

Additional entry requirements

Portfolio

If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend a portfolio review, this is where you can showcase your relevant work and highlight any pieces you are particularly proud of. In light of the updated advice from the Government about the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we are not currently offering face to face portfolio reviews but are instead accepting portfolios through digital submission. Find out about what happens at a portfolio review and how you can prepare to produce a strong portfolio.

Other

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or an equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/art-and-design/ba-honours-product-design/full-time/

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/art-and-design/ba-honours-product-design/full-time/


Unistats information

Operated by the Office for Students

There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £15860 Year 1
International £15860 Year 1

Additional fee information

Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Product Design at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS