3D Design and Craft

A Brighton 3D Design and Craft degree prepares you for a range of rewarding career paths including roles in product design, ceramics, jewellery, furniture making, set and prop design, and other creative industries.

Art and Design at Brighton is ranked in the top 20 in the UK in the QS World University Rankings 2025.

Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a creative community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and hands-on learning with specialist workshops in areas including wood, metals, ceramics, polymers and composites.

Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

For over 50 years, graduates from our course have built lasting creative careers, working with global brands like Habitat, Nike and IKEA, and exhibiting at leading galleries such as the Design Museum and MOMA.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Access to dedicated workshops with full-time technical staff to support you.



• Learn with a teaching team of practising makers who encourage a diagnostic approach which means you have the creative freedom to explore and find your specialism.



• Work on live projects which mirror how you’ll work in industry.



• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting and grow your network of creative professionals.



• Take your creativity beyond the studio with inspiring field trips that connect you with the wider world of design and craft.



• Have the opportunity to exhibit your work, including in the final-year Graduate Show, a public showcase celebrating the work of our graduating students.



Why Brighton is a great place to study 3D Design and Craft
Brighton is a city with creativity at its heart, making it the perfect setting to study 3D Design and Craft. From independent studios and galleries to international design festivals, the city offers endless inspiration and opportunities to engage with the creative community.

Our long heritage in art and design education means you’ll be part of a vibrant network of makers, with access to exhibitions and industry connections that extend beyond campus. Living and studying here gives you the chance to explore new ideas in a supportive, open-minded city known for its culture, innovation and craft.

Named one of the best cities on the planet and third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton is also a bustling hub for music, media and fashion.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including up to £1,000 to help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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