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BSc (Hons) Product Design
36 monthsProgram duration
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Engineering - Product DesignMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Product Design
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
You’ll be able to put your methods, materials, manufacturing and engineering learning into practice by developing a product from concept to final model and prototype. You’ll also have the opportunity to spend a year on a paid industrial placement.
In your final year, you’ll exhibit in our end-of-year degree show Product of South Bank. Discover a round up of the 2023 projects on Dezeen - from a children's book that raises awareness about chronic pain to a project that transforms textile waste from fast fashion into luxury products.
We’re one of the longest-running degrees to hold IED accreditation. This course fully meets the educational requirements for a Registered Product Designer (RProdDes). The course also partially meets the educational requirements for Chartered Technological Product Designer (CTPD).
Our students have an amazing track record in winning national and international prizes over the last three decades, with recent winning prizes being awarded to our product design students; including the Design Innovation in Plastics Award, and the Vision Direct’s Visionaries competition. Students joining us really are joining a winning team that will enhance their future job prospects.
Program overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Product Design
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
You’ll be able to put your methods, materials, manufacturing and engineering learning into practice by developing a product from concept to final model and prototype. You’ll also have the opportunity to spend a year on a paid industrial placement.
In your final year, you’ll exhibit in our end-of-year degree show Product of South Bank. Discover a round up of the 2023 projects on Dezeen - from a children's book that raises awareness about chronic pain to a project that transforms textile waste from fast fashion into luxury products.
We’re one of the longest-running degrees to hold IED accreditation. This course fully meets the educational requirements for a Registered Product Designer (RProdDes). The course also partially meets the educational requirements for Chartered Technological Product Designer (CTPD).
Our students have an amazing track record in winning national and international prizes over the last three decades, with recent winning prizes being awarded to our product design students; including the Design Innovation in Plastics Award, and the Vision Direct’s Visionaries competition. Students joining us really are joining a winning team that will enhance their future job prospects.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
- A Level BBB or;
- BTEC National Diploma DDM or;
- Access to HE qualifications with 24 Distinctions 21 Merit including a minimum of 3 Merits in Design Technology, Maths and Physics or;
- Equivalent level 3 qualifications worth 122 UCAS points
- Level 3 qualifications must include art/ design or show evidence of engagement with creativity
- Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
We welcome qualifications from around the world. English language qualifications for international students: IELTS score of 6.0 or Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade CWe normally require a portfolio of work and in many instances will also interview potential applicants to assess suitability for the course.
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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