Product Design and Management BSc

This innovative degree course combines the principles of product design with the practicalities of management. Students will learn how to create products that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional, while also understanding the business side of product development. With a focus on real-world applications, students will gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this exciting and rapidly evolving field.

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Our course is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of product design and management principles. You'll learn about human-centered design, user experience (UX) design, and how to create products that are both functional and beautiful. In addition to these core topics, you'll also study business management principles, including marketing, finance, and operations management. This will give you the skills needed to take a product from concept to launch, and to manage it successfully in the marketplace.

Join a world-class institution for product design and management.

Aston University is a world-class institution with a strong reputation for excellence in both design and business. Our faculty are experts in their fields and have extensive industry experience, providing students with the best possible learning experience. Plus, our location in Birmingham means you'll have access to a vibrant cultural scene, top-notch amenities, and excellent transportation links.

In the first year, youll get a grounding in product design principles and an understanding of how design can affect the profitability of a business. In the second and final year, you will take a common core of design modules to support your projects, integrating your design specialism with the core aspects of product design. Youll also continue to develop skills that are relevant to your future career, whichever path you choose to take, including presentations and team working. Your final year will culminate in the opportunity to showcase your project work at the Aston Inspired final year design show. We teach using a hands-on framework called CDIO - Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate €“ supported by 50 of the worlds top technical institutions. This enables you to apply real-world skills as you learn, enabling you to maximize your learning. Youll do your learning in our state-of-the-art facilities, which include advanced 3D printing facilitates and a dedicated design studio with specialist equipment designed just for you. The School of Engineering and Applied Science has strong links to industry and this will be beneficial to you if you choose to spend a year working during your degree.

BBC including a science or technical subject BCC including a science or technical subject (with an EPQ or Core Maths at grade B) CCC including a science or technical subject (contextual offers and for DTUS applicants) Science and technical subjects accepted include: Chemistry, Physics, Maths Further Maths, Biology, Design Technology, Engineering Science and Electronics