Design Engineering

You’ll develop an expert technical knowledge, while being encouraged to think creatively about design problems. This course integrates technology, arts, market awareness and the skills needed to use advanced product development tools.

Why study BSc (Hons) Design Engineering at BU?
• Use the latest solid modelling, rendering and product simulation tools to create and evaluate your own designs



• Gain an in-depth understanding of the engineering principles underlying the product development process.



• Access to cutting-edge facilities in our Innovation Centre including 3D scanners and printers, modern manufacturing & technical workshops and prototyping facilities



• Spend your third year on a work placement, gaining at least 30 weeks experience in a relevant industry



• Display your design project in your final year and exhibit it at our annual Festival of Design & Engineering



• This course is ranked 9th in its subject area according to the 2022 Guardian League Tables and received an impressive 95% of our graduates in employment or further education after 15 months (source DiscoverUni 2023).



Course Accreditation
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) as fully meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partly meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for the 2025-2029 intake years.

If you'd like to study by sandy beaches, breathtaking countryside and sparkling blue sea, then there is no place like BU.

All degrees at BU are designed with employability in mind. Whether you're studying Finance, Physiotherapy, Film or Archaeology, you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and incredible work-experience opportunities. Industry-standard equipment on campus includes genetic labs, a Sports Rehabilitation Suite, replica courtrooms and high-tech TV studios. Bournemouth University also offers the option to study abroad in the likes of Australia, India, France, China and South Africa.

Alongside a warm and welcoming student community, you'll find it easy to get settled in at BU's accommodation, with comfortable rooms, areas to socialise and budget-friendly options.

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