BSc (Hons) Product Design at University of Brighton

Programme overview

Product designers use creativity and problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions that enhance people’s lives. Our Product Design BSc(Hons) integrates practical experience and theoretical knowledge in a supportive environment as you develop the skills to become a well-rounded professional. You learn to navigate every stage of the product development process, with the ability to design sustainable, socially conscious, commercially viable and technically sound solutions.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering | Department: Architecture and Design | Duration: full-time: 4 years with placement year | Study mode: full-time (optional placement year) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you take four core modules that build on each other as they become more specialised in the four areas. The first part of the year introduces you to the fundamental elements of product design, developing your skills in making, thinking and evaluation. Later in the year you’ll be introduced to more complex design issues and skills including digital prototyping and manufacture, inclusive design and human factors, such as engaging with a global community of design innovators through Fixperts. In this module you will look at the fundamental knowledge, skills and abilities needed for product design. Modules include Design Practice: Creativity, Prototyping and Communication, Design Cultures: Histories and Theories, Design Practice: Inclusive Design, Design Technologies: Digital Manufacturing, Design Technologies: Interactions and Experiences, Design Practice: Design to Market, Design Cultures: Contemporary Issues in Design, Design Practice: Responsible Design, Design Practice: Professional Practices, Design Cultures: Dissertation.

Career pathways

A Product Design BSc(Hons) degree at Brighton prepares you for a career developing innovative products and solutions that improve people's lives. You'll combine creativity, problem-solving and technical knowledge, learning how to design products that are sustainable, socially conscious, commercially viable and technically sound.

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Entry requirements

Your portfolio. Your portfolio is the most important part of your application for this course. Your grades do matter so you’ll still need to work hard but they’re not the only thing we take into account. Every application is considered individually. Even if your predicted or actual grades are below our usual range, we will review your application if your portfolio shows high-quality work and demonstrates your thinking and abilities. A-levels ABB–BCC. BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–MMM. UCAS tariff 104–128 points. International Baccalaureate 27 points, with three subjects at Higher level. Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits overall. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 30 credits at merit or distinction. T-level Merit in any T-level. Foundation degree/HND May allow direct entry to year 2 of the course. Other. Recognised foundation programme in relevant area or relevant professional experience will be considered. Our architecture and design integrated foundation year provides an extra year of study at foundation level if you do not have the academic qualifications or experience needed for entry to this course. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,108 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: full-time: 4 years with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/undergraduate/register

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