Find the ideal uni course for you with our Course Degree Quiz. Get answers in minutes!
Take Quick QuizGet more tailored course suggestions with our full Course Degree Quiz and apply with confidence.
Take Full QuizBath Spa University was ranked 1st for social inclusion! (Good University Guide, 2024) Click here to learn more!
Find out moreWould you like to study by beautiful beaches? Bournemouth is the place to be!
Find out moreTaken from 131,500+ data points from students attending university to help future generations
Find out moreDiscover university rankings devised from data collected from current students.
Find out more
Product Design BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Product Design BSc (Hons)
**This course will give you the skills to develop successful commercial products. You’ll be encouraged to take a creative and innovative approach to problem-solving, while also addressing the functional, social and economic needs of your design.**
**Why study BSc (Hons) Product Design at BU?**
- Learn how to manufacture physical models and prototypes, as well as produce industry standard computer models
- Use state of the art facilities including a specialist CAD laboratory and our Innovation Centre
- Spend an optional year on work placement,...
**This course will give you the skills to develop successful commercial products. You’ll be encouraged to take a creative and innovative approach to problem-solving, while also addressing the functional, social and economic needs of your design.**<br/><br/>**Why study BSc (Hons) Product Design at BU?**<br/>- Learn how to manufacture physical models and prototypes, as well as produce industry standard computer models<br/><br/><br/>- Use state of the art facilities including a specialist CAD laboratory and our Innovation Centre<br/><br/><br/>- Spend an optional year on work placement, gaining at least 30 weeks experience in a relevant industry<br/><br/><br/>- Design your own original product and make a working prototype in your final year and exhibit it at our annual Festival of Design & Engineering<br/><br/><br/>- Choose to extend your undergraduate study and continue to the award of Master of Design (MDes) Product Design<br/><br/><br/>- Graduate with a range of skills allowing you to go into a range of careers in the industry from a designer through to production manager - 100% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months. <br/><br/><br/>The BSc (Hons) Product Design focuses on the technological aspect of design whereas the BA focuses on the aesthetic and contextual issues relating to product design. You don’t need to decide which route you’ll take until your final year.
Course Information
2 options available
2 options available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Information
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Course Address
Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H101
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff104 120 The entry requirements for this course are 104-120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Scottish Higher104 - 120 tariff points Access to HE Diploma102 - 112 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades. International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)104 tariff points (Grade D*D) OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma104 tariff points (Grade D*D) OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma112 tariff points (DMM) Scottish Advanced Higher104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers. Extended ProjectAccepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent. OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory DiplomaAccepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent. OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary DiplomaAccepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent A level104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent. T LevelWelsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent. |
Search Undergraduate Courses at Bournemouth University
Find more courses from Bournemouth University with our undergraduate course search.
Keep up to date with upcoming events at Bournemouth University
While there's currently no scheduled events, head over to the university's website to find out how to stay up to date with their open days and more.
Request More Information
Request Information Request Information
Any questions about a specific university or course? Request some information and find out everything you need to know.
Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £19,700 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
Order Free Prospectuses
The ideal way to read about detailed course information is with a university prospectus. Request a FREE prospectus and learn more about this course today.