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BS(Hons) Industrial Design

Western Washington University, United States
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Course Overview

The BS(Hons) Industrial Design program at Western Washington University is a creative and innovative course that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field of industrial design. The program focuses on the design of functional, aesthetically pleasing products and systems, and prepares students for careers in product design, manufacturing, and engineering. Students will learn about design principles, materials science, prototyping techniques, and human-computer interaction, among other topics. The program is designed to give students a solid foundation in the principles of design, as well as the technical skills needed to bring their ideas to life.

Additional Information

The BS(Hons) Industrial Design program at Western Washington University is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering. The program has a strong reputation for producing graduates who are highly sought after by employers in the design industry. Many of our graduates have gone on to successful careers at companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, and Google.

Discover the Best Industrial Design Program at Western Washington University

Western Washington University is an excellent choice for students interested in industrial design due to its strong reputation for producing well-rounded design professionals. The university's location in Bellingham, WA provides access to a vibrant arts community and beautiful natural surroundings, which inspire creativity and innovation. Additionally, the university's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility aligns with the values of many industrial design professionals.

Why You Should Study This Course

Industrial Design students learn creative problem-solving methodologies, design research, drawing skills, model making and prototyping techniques, materials, design software, manufacturing processes, user research, ergonomics, form development, and design theory. These skills are applied in the design of many new and innovative products which eventually comprise the student’s portfolio.

Why Consider an Industrial Design Major?

The Bachelor of Science Degree program in Industrial Design prepares graduates to begin work as practicing designers in corporate, consulting, or entrepreneurial positions. Industrial Design is a professional service of creating and developing concepts and specifications that optimize function, value, and appearance of products and systems for the mutual benefit of both the user and the manufacturer.

The Industrial Design degree program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), 11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190; phone (703) 437-0700.

General Eligibility

Academic Requirements for freshman students:

The admission requirements for undergraduate courses are given as follows:

  • Completed application form

  • Academic Transcripts(certified english translations if necessary)

  • Relevant High school degree/Grade Report/Certificates

  • SAT or ACT Scores (Optional)

  • A cumulative GPA of 2.0

  • Personal Statement or essay

  • One letter of recommendation

  • List of extracurricular activities(if any)

  • Portfolio

What You'll Study

1 Industrial Design Core

❑ ENGR 101 - Engineering, Design, & Society Credits: 2

❑ ENGR 115 - Innovation in Design Credits: 4

❑ ID 110 - Industrial Design Foundation 1 Credits: 4

❑ ID 120 - Industrial Design Foundation 2 Credits: 4

❑ ID 130 - History of Industrial Design Credits: 3

❑ ID 210 - Sophomore Industrial Design 1 Credits: 4

❑ ID 220 - Sophomore Industrial Design 2 Credits: 5

❑ ID 230 - Sophomore Industrial Design 3 Credits: 5

❑ ID 240 - Two-Dimensional Design for Industrial Designers Credits: 4

❑ ID 310 - Perspective and Rendering 1 Credits: 4

❑ ID 320 - Industrial Design CAD Skills Credits: 4

❑ ID 330 - Advanced Industrial Design CAD Skills Credits: 4

❑ ID 340 - Perspective and Rendering II Credits: 4

❑ ID 380 - Materials for Design Credits: 5

❑ MFGE 231 - Introduction to Metal Manufacturing Processes Credits: 4

2 Professional Practice Series

❑ ID 350 - Junior Industrial Design I Credits: 5

❑ ID 360 - Junior Industrial Design II Credits: 5

❑ ID 370 - Junior Industrial Design III Credits: 5

❑ ID 410 - Senior Industrial Design I Credits: 5

❑ ID 420 - Senior Industrial Design II Credits: 5

❑ ID 430 - Senior Industrial Design III Credits: 5

❑ ID 440 - Industrial Design Internship Credits: 4

3 Supporting Courses

❑ ART 109 - Visual Dialogue Credits: 3

❑ ART 280 - Time and Motion Credits: 5

❑ Art & Design Electives - two courses from:

ART 140 - Ceramics For Non-Majors Credits: 5

ART 160 - Fibers and Fabrics I for Non-Majors Credits: 5

ART 230 - Form and Space Credits: 5

ART 304 - Figure Drawing and Issues of the Body Credits: 5

ART 305 - Experimental Drawing Credits: 5

ART 306 - Mixed Media on Paper Credits: 5

ART 320 - Painting I Credits: 5

ART 322 - Painting II Credits: 5

ART 324 - Figure Painting Credits: 5

ART 331 - Sculpture-Wood Credits: 5

ART 332 - Sculpture - Metals Credits: 5

ART 340 - Ceramics I Credits: 5

ART 350 - Printmaking I Credits: 5

DSGN 310 - Principles of Interaction Design Credits: 3

❑ Art History - four courses from:

A/HI 210 - History of Architecture Credits: 3

A/HI 220 - Visual Culture in the Ancient World Credits: 3

A/HI 221 - Visual Culture in Medieval Europe Credits: 3

A/HI 230 - Visual Culture in 15th and 16th Century Europe Credits: 3

A/HI 231 - Visual Culture in 17th and 18th Century Europe Credits: 3

A/HI 240 - Visual Culture in Western Europe in the 19th Century Credits: 3

A/HI 241 - Visual Culture in Western Europe and America in the 20th Century Credits: 3

A/HI 250 - Arts of Africa pre-1900 Credits: 3

A/HI 270 - Visual Culture in South and Southeast Asia Credits: 3

A/HI 271 - Visual Culture in East Asia Credits: 3

A/HI 301 - Modern Art and Modernism Credits: 5

HUMA 273 - Art and Society in China and Japan Credits: 5

DSGN 111 - Design View Credits: 3

DSGN 211 - Foundations of Visual Communication Credits: 3

❑ Math - one course from:

MATH 115 - Precalculus II Credits: 5

MATH 118 - Accelerated Precalculus Credits: 5

❑ PHYS 114 - Principles of Physics I Credits: 5

❑ PHYS 115 - Principles of Physics II Credits: 5

❑ Business - one course from:

MGMT 271 - Law and the Business Environment Credits: 4

MKTG 380 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 4

ENTR 246 - Entrepreneurship and Innovation Foundations Credits: 4

IBUS 370 - Introduction to International Business Credits: 4

MGMT 311 - Introduction to Management and Organizational Behavior Credits: 4

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

Minimun IELTS Score 6.5 overall.

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