Course Summary

BSc (Hons) Product Design Technology will give you the creativity, skills and confidence to take exciting concepts and transform them into real, working products. This degree allows you to become a member of the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED), giving you professional recognition, access to events and opportunities on their website. Learn from friendly tutors with extensive industry expertise and work on a series of projects in our well-equipped Design Studio. Examine real problems, grow your understanding of people and their needs, and develop innovative solutions. Gain advanced skills in concept sketching, making working prototypes, engineering analysis, computer-aided design (CAD), design for manufacture and beyond. Work on design briefs for a range of industry clients. Past organisations have included Jaguar Land Rover, Dremel Bosch, Omlet and Virgin Marussia Formula 1. Take part in exhibitions and grow your network at industry presentations. Graduate with the skill and confidence to create innovative products and build a successful career in the creative industries. As a graduate, your in-depth understanding of technology, sustainability and materials will equip you for a range of careers. Most of our graduates go into product development roles for design consultancies, or join in-house design teams for manufacturers and major brands. Many are inspired to launch their own products or establish themselves as freelance design consultants.

Course Details - Modules

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Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: W240

Institution code: B80

Campus Name: Frenchay Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

One from the following: Art; Biology; Chemistry; Computing/Computer Science; Design and Technology; Electronics; Engineering; ICT; Maths/Further Maths; Music Technology; Physics; Product Design; Statistics. Points from A-Level General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full A-Level) can be included towards overall tariff. You must have a minimum of two A-Levels.

No specific subjects required

15 level 3 credits at merit in one of the following subjects: Art; Design and Technology; Mathematics; Product Design; or similar.

To include a pass at higher level in one of: Design Technology; Mathematics; Visual Arts; or similar.

One of the following BTEC Diplomas: Aeronautical Engineering; Applied Science; Art and Design; Construction and the Built Environment; Creative Media Production; Electrical / Electronic Engineering; Engineering; Land-based Technology; Manufacturing Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Operations and Maintenance Engineering; Production Arts; or similar.

Higher Level in one of the following: Art; Biology; Chemistry; Engineering; Geography; Mathematics; Physics; Technology.

We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. UWE Bristol welcomes interest from applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/W240/

Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 81%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 90%

Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

Fee information is to be confirmed. All fees are subject to final approval. Please visit our website for further information.

Provider information

Coldharbour Lane
Frenchay
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Bristol
BS16 1QY

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