BA (Hons) Product and Furniture Design at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

BA (Hons) Product and Furniture Design is a three-year degree at Plymouth exploring product, furniture, ceramics and lighting through hands-on workshops, building a portfolio for work as a designer-maker or design professional.

Duration: 3 years full-time (+ optional placement year) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers core design principles, studio and workshop practice in wood, metal and ceramics, CAD and a Design Carousel. Year 2 covers specialist exploration and skills, interdisciplinary design and an optional design industry placement or exchange. The final year covers a Major Project, research project or extended dissertation, and external factors and feasibility.

Career pathways

Graduates work in design studios at manufacturers such as Lego, Dyson, Macpac and Princess Yachts, at design agencies such as Seymour Powell and Tangerine, freelance or in their own studios, and in teaching and research; 98% of 3D design graduates are in work or further study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 104 UCAS points. A levels: 104 points from a minimum of two A levels. BTEC: DMM in any subject (preferably Art and Design). Access to HE Diploma with at least 33 credits at merit and/or distinction. T Level: Merit in digital production, design and development. International Baccalaureate: 26 points. A portfolio is required, with an optional informal interview. Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the tariff. International applicants must hold a suitable English language qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 18,150 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Duration: 3 years

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