Product Design BSc (Hons) at University of Dundee

Programme overview

A studio-based degree teaching the whole product design process, from research and sketching to prototyping, materials, manufacturing, sustainability, 3D modelling and electronics. Students use specialist workshops for ceramics, metalwork, casting, woodworking, laser cutting, 3D printing and CNC machining.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: 4 or 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students use people-centred design methods and produce working prototypes with integrated technology. Third year offers study visits and exchanges, and final-year students exhibit at the Degree Show.

Career pathways

Graduates have gone on to work for organisations such as the BBC, Dyson, Google, Lego, Microsoft, Mountain Equipment, Superflux and Unilever.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Level 1 entry (four-year route): A-level BCC (widening access CCD), with a literate or art and design subject recommended; BTEC relevant Extended Diploma MMM; Scottish Highers BBBB (widening access BBCC), with a literate or art and design subject at Higher recommended; HNC with B in the Graded Unit; IB Diploma 28 points including 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level. Level 2 entry (three-year route): A-level BBC; BTEC Extended Diploma DMM; Advanced Higher BB plus Higher BB (Advanced Higher in different subjects to Highers); HND with BB in the Graded Unit; IB Diploma 30 points including 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level. Portfolio is part of selection. International applicants: IELTS Academic overall 6.0 (writing 6.0; listening, reading and speaking 5.5 each).

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 or 3 years

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