BSc (Hons) Product Design (Top-up)

This top-up degree in Product Design builds on the skills and knowledge gained in our HND Product Design course. You'll learn how to design, develop and commercialise innovative products, with a focus on sustainability, user experience and advanced manufacturing techniques. Our expert tutors will guide you through project-based learning, giving you the opportunity to work on real-world projects and gain practical experience. Graduates of this course are well-prepared for careers in product design, engineering, research and development, or entrepreneurship.

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Our course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Designers, giving you professional recognition and opportunities for networking with industry professionals. We also offer work placement opportunities, which can help you gain valuable experience and build your professional portfolio. Our students have gone on to work for companies such as Apple, Nike and Procter & Gamble.

Unlock Your Full Potential at Buckinghamshire New University

At Buckinghamshire New University, we're committed to providing a supportive learning environment that fosters creativity, innovation and critical thinking. Our state-of-the-art facilities, including 3D printing labs and virtual reality studios, give you access to the latest technology and tools in product design. Plus, our location in the UK's Midlands means we're close to major cities and industries, providing ample opportunities for networking and career advancement.

If you have completed a foundation-level degree, HND, or equivalent qualifications in a relevant Art and Design subject, you can choose to top-up your studies to gain a full bachelors degree. A top-up degree is the equivalent of the final year of an undergraduate degree and offers a chance to deepen your knowledge, skills, and understanding of your subject, while also getting an internationally-recognized qualification. Embrace the technical side of design. Youll use a range of industry-standard 3D CAD and CAD/CAM systems, and some fantastic workshop facilities to produce 3D models, fully working prototypes, computer models, and animations to demonstrate your design solutions. Youll explore different solutions for a number of areas, working with real clients as you use your expertise to create products with a purpose.

This program is offered as a top-up qualification for students who have completed an HND, FDA, or other equivalent qualification in a relevant Art and Design subject, and wish to progress further to achieve an Honours degree.