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University of Derby

Degree level: Undergraduate

Product Design

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2023 - 2024
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Course summary

Combine creative flair with an understanding of design for 21st century manufacture. Specialise in user-centred or technically-oriented design as you prepare for a career making effective, attractive products that people want. Choose a BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) pathway depending on your career preference. Why choose this course? You'll focus developing your creativity and practical skills that employers tell us they want from graduates:

  • Industry sponsored assignments
  • Group projects
  • Knowledge of the latest technologies in CAD, visualisation and rapid prototyping
93% of students said that they were satisfied with the overall quality of this course, according to the National Student Survey 2019. Is this course for you? It’s all about giving you the skills to work in a modern design environment, combining traditional approaches with latest technologies in CAD, visualisation, manufacturing and rapid prototyping. The course can be tailored to match your personal interests too; there is a common first year for all product design students, after which you can choose whether to focus on a BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) pathway. How you will learn You’ll work in studios and workshops running advanced computer-based systems and will develop a strong understanding of theory through lectures, seminars and debates. We teach in small groups so you’ll enjoy plenty of support to nurture your personal design enthusiasms and directions. You'll spend your first year developing an understanding of which direction you want to focus on and then choose between a BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) at stage 2. Opportunities and experiences Employer-sponsored assignments and live project work are cornerstones of BA (Hons)/BSc (Hons) Product Design. You can even take an optional placement year in industry. There is the chance to go on cultural study visits, hear from visiting speakers and showcase your talent in major competitions and exhibitions too. Careers and employability Forward-thinking product designers who can challenge conventional thinking are highly sought after across the UK and abroad. With BA (Hons) /BSc (Hons) Product Design on your CV, you can join our trailblazing graduates who are now forging exciting careers with companies such as Lego. Find out more: https://www.derby.ac.uk/undergraduate/product-design-courses/product-design-ba-hons/

Course details

How to apply

25Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
W241
Institution code:
D39
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Additional entry requirements

Portfolio

English language requirements

IELTS overall score at a minimum of 6.0; with at least IELTS 5.5 in each band (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) or another Secure English Language Test(SELT)at CEFR level B2 or above

Unistats information

Operated by the Office for Students
50%
Student satisfaction
72%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
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The student satisfaction data is from students surveyed during the Covid-19 pandemic. The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
EU £14045 Year 1
International £14045 Year 1

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Product Design at University of Derby - UCAS