BA MDes Industrial Design

The BA MDes Industrial Design course at Brunel University London is a challenging and rewarding programme that equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the field of industrial design. Students will learn about the design process, from conceptualization to prototyping, and will develop their skills in areas such as user research, sketching, model making, and computer-aided design (CAD). The course also covers the social, cultural, and ethical aspects of design, preparing students to consider the broader implications of their work. By the end of the programme, students will have created a portfolio of work that showcases their design skills and creativity.

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The BA MDes Industrial Design course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Designers (CSD), which means that graduates are eligible to become members of the CSD and pursue a career in industrial design. The course also has strong industry connections, with guest lectures from leading design professionals and opportunities for work placements and internships.

Discover the perfect blend of design excellence and industry connections at Brunel University London.

Brunel University London is a top-tier institution that offers a world-class education in industrial design. The university's state-of-the-art facilities, including specialist design studios and computer labs, provide students with the tools they need to succeed. Additionally, Brunel's location in London offers access to a vibrant cultural and creative scene, providing students with a wealth of inspiration and opportunities for networking.

Design at Brunel is all about realising fantastic ideas in the real world. Our Industrial Design BA/MDes Degree suits creative and practical thinkers who prefer to learn through building and evaluating project-based challenges, with a technological understanding and less theory and quantitative analysis. The programme is available as a 3-year BA or a four-year MDes, which is a Master’s degree.

There is a lot of project-based learning to test your skills on all aspects of the design process, from contextual design ideas to realising your concept in the form of a product prototype. This means you’ll be able to build a great portfolio of your best-quality projects, academic and industry briefs, and case studies, during your studies.

You’ll have workshop training and will use industry-standard equipment and software to develop quality hands-on skills to become a maker. You'll have access to modern facilities that include dedicated design studios, digital sketching, extensive prototyping workshops, as well as electronics and digital fabrication labs. The practical knowledge you gain is transferable to the industry and provides a head start for your future career as a creative designer and design communicator in the modern world.

• GCE A Level ABB (General Studies not accepted).

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM.

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma DD in any subject with an A Level at grade B

• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma D in any subject with A-Levels grade BB.

• International Baccalaureate Diploma 31 points. GCSE English equivalent SL 5 or HL 4 and Mathematics SL 4 or HL 4.

• Obtain a minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma course with 45 credits at Level 3.

• T levels: Merit overall

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.