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The things in our lives, the objects that we love, the equipment we use and the tools we depend upon, are developed by product designers.
A product designer is as much a creative problem solver as they are an identifier of problems. They respond to human needs within real-world contexts, develop sustainable interventions, rigorously test them and turn them into products ready to be manufactured and put to use.
Accredited by the Institute of Engineering Designers, the BA/BSc Product Design degree at Cardiff Met gives you the skills this fast-moving industry demand...
The things in our lives, the objects that we love, the equipment we use and the tools we depend upon, are developed by product designers.<br/><br/>A product designer is as much a creative problem solver as they are an identifier of problems. They respond to human needs within real-world contexts, develop sustainable interventions, rigorously test them and turn them into products ready to be manufactured and put to use.<br/><br/>Accredited by the Institute of Engineering Designers, the BA/BSc Product Design degree at Cardiff Met gives you the skills this fast-moving industry demands. You will explore cutting edge design thinking, sustainable design principles, material science and engineering, rapid prototyping and manufacturing, and human-centred design principles.<br/><br/>You will work within real-world contexts on live briefs, on interdisciplinary projects and creative competitions to develop your knowledge of design processes through to manufacture.<br/><br/>Opt to study either a BA or a BSc Product Design - whichever you choose, youll gain thorough knowledge of the product development process and leave with the skills and expertise you need to become a designer whose products have the potential to change lives.<br/><br/>BA<br/>You’ll focus on the intellectual and creative skills you need to develop objects with purpose, beauty and social relevance. You’ll take a user-centred approach to design and consider how objects are used in social groups and cultural situations.<br/><br/>BSc<br/>You’ll concentrate on design for manufacture and assembly – focusing on technical and engineering issues. You’ll develop your logistical and intellectual skills and use them to solve problems and develop products.
There's still time to gain an award-winning university experience at Cardiff Met, ranked top 10 in the UK for student life (UniCompare 2023).
Whether you’re an aspiring business owner or dream of pursuing a career in law, architecture, biomedical science, sport or teaching you'll be encouraged to realise your full potential, with Cardiff Met's expert teaching staff and supportive learning environment. You'll learn about real-world problems, gain career-relevant experience, and graduate with the skills needed to make positive change.
Cardiff Met’s professionally a...
There's still time to gain an award-winning university experience at Cardiff Met, ranked top 10 in the UK for student life (UniCompare 2023). <br/><br/>Whether you’re an aspiring business owner or dream of pursuing a career in law, architecture, biomedical science, sport or teaching you'll be encouraged to realise your full potential, with Cardiff Met's expert teaching staff and supportive learning environment. You'll learn about real-world problems, gain career-relevant experience, and graduate with the skills needed to make positive change. <br/><br/>Cardiff Met’s professionally accredited courses are designed to set you up perfectly for the world of work. Alongside industry-standard teaching, you'll have access to year round careers support, including career consultations, CV advice, networking and practise job interviews. <br/><br/>Cardiff is also one of the UK's most affordable cities (NatWest Student Living Index 2023)! You'll be able to enjoy the food scene, nightlife, shops, green spaces, waterways and more, all on a student budget!
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Cardiff Met - Llandaff
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W240
Institution Code
C20
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H2 Other grade combinations totalling 96 - 120 points considered with a minimum of two H2 grades. Minimum grade H4 considered within points. GCSE/National 4/National 5Five GCSEs at grade C or above/grade 4 or above to include English Language and Mathematics. For Welsh applicants we will accept either GCSE Mathematics or Mathematics-Numeracy. Five Scottish National 5 subjects at grade C or above to include English Lan Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)96 - 120 points, considered in combination with other Level 3 qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma96 - 120 points, considered in combination with other Level 3 qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaScottish Advanced HigherD,D,D C,C,C Other grade combinations totalling 96 - 120 points considered with a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)C 96 -120 points from at least 2 A Levels or equivalent to include Grade CC. Skills Challenge Certificate accepted as the third subject. A levelC,C,C B,B,B Other grade combinations totalling 96 - 120 points considered with a minimum of two A levels. |
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