Product Design BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Product Design BSc (Hons)
A Brighton Product Design degree prepares you for careers in areas such as product design and development, user experience design, sustainable innovation and manufacturing, and gives you the skills to start your own venture in tech and design-led industries.
At Brighton you’ll be part of a supportive community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. You’ll learn in a supportive studio culture and work on real-world projects like the Fixperts initiative. Placements and work experience further develop your skills and confidence. Our inclusive ap...
<strong>A Brighton Product Design degree prepares you for careers in areas such as product design and development, user experience design, sustainable innovation and manufacturing, and gives you the skills to start your own venture in tech and design-led industries.</strong> <br/><br/>At Brighton you’ll be part of a supportive community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. You’ll learn in a supportive studio culture and work on real-world projects like the Fixperts initiative. Placements and work experience further develop your skills and confidence. Our inclusive approach to learning means we’ll help you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. <br/><br/>Brighton graduates are working in sectors including consumer goods and medical devices, sustainable innovations and social enterprises, or have successfully set up their own entrepreneurial ventures in design, engineering and innovation. <br/><br/><strong>Top reasons to choose this course</strong> <br/>• Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) – giving your degree professional recognition and supporting your pathway to chartered status. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Brighton’s vibrant creative community – study in a city known for its design culture, with opportunities to connect with local studios and attend exhibitions and events. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry engagement and live briefs – work on real-world projects and collaborate with professional designers to gain practical experience. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Boost your CV with work experience opportunities, including an optional placement year, internships and industry-led projects. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Collaborative studio environment – share ideas and projects with peers across design, engineering and creative disciplines in a supportive, professional setting. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn specialist technical skills – master CAD software, 3D modelling, digital rendering, prototyping and advanced manufacturing techniques. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Hands-on experience from day one – work on live client briefs, socially-driven projects and collaborative studio assignments that mirror professional practice. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn in specialist facilities – access dedicated design studios, fabrication workshops and digital labs equipped for prototyping, CAD and visualisation. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Showcase your work – exhibit at Brighton’s end-of-year show, connecting with industry professionals. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Why Brighton is a great place to study Product Design</strong> <br/>Brighton & Hove is a creative city with a progressive design culture that values sustainability and community. <br/>Brighton is just under an hour from central London and is named one of the best cities on the planet and the third best city in the UK by Time Out.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Brighton
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W242
Institution Code
B72
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
If your predicted or actual grades fall below the range but you can evidence your thinking, ideas and abilities through a high-quality portfolio we will still consider your application
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3,H4
A level
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £17,250 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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