2023/24 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue

BSc Product Design (Industrial) Only available to students on an Industrial Placement at year 3 in the 2022/23 academic year

Total credits: 480

Entry requirements:

A-level: AAA in an Art and Design related A-level such as Design, Design Technology or Art and Design is desirable but not essential. Where an A-level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-level at the stated grade. Excludes A-level General Studies or Critical Thinking.
GCSE: English Language at grade C (4) or above or an appropriate English language qualification, plus a minimum grade B (6) in Mathematics and B-B (6-6) in Combined Science or equivalent. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English in lieu of GCSE English.

School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:

School of Mechanical Engineering

Examination board through which the programme will be considered:

School of Mechanical Engineering

Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:

Programme specification:

The programme will develop knowledge and transferable skills in the combined areas of applied technology and design. Graduates will have knowledge, technical literacy, and personal skills such as creativity and team-working, essential to their future working success.
Two themes [artefact and design process] will be drawn together through a project core in which students will conceive, design and prototype physical products. Topics covered will include engineering science and technology, aesthetics, psychology, identification of customer needs and business management. The curriculum will focus on the skills and knowledge needed by design professionals and will be delivered in a learning environment that bridges the academic and professional worlds.
In addition to general Product Design subject material, each student will specialise in at least one topic (architectural and consumer products (including embedded systems), and design technology management) in Levels 3 and 4. These topics align with the research interests of the participating staff.
The Design Studio provides a tailored environment for the acquisition of skills relevant to industry and facilitates creative interactions between students and staff across work groups, academic years and departments. Project work undertaken within the studio will develop key transferable skills such as oral and visual communication, team working and research techniques. In addition, project work will provide a framework for the development of design specific skills and knowledge, such as Concept development, CAD and Rapid Prototyping. A synergistic approach to projects, drawing together streams of activity including: theory, practical study and research ensures a focussed environment for students to achieve learning outcomes.
Such an approach also provides a platform for students to build industry relevant portfolios illustrating the skills, knowledge and competencies they possess and providing them with the ability to competently present such work to peers, academics and professionals.
Interaction with a diverse range of tutors, including cross faculty module leaders, and industry professionals encourages students to reflect upon their approach to design work and supports the development of frameworks enabling them to critically appraise their response to projects. This process is formalised via the development of self-directed Personal Development Plans (PDPs) at level 3.
Students will work in cross departmental teams on research driven projects. Such an approach replicates design practice in industry where the students are part of a multidisciplinary team as well as exposing students to cutting edge research.
The Industrial Placement year aims to provide a structured and supported work experience that seeks to develop and enhance transferable skills and an understanding of organisations and the workplace environment. Collaboration partnerships for the industrial placements are in place with a wide range of companies (through the Faculty Employability team).

Year1 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

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Year2 - View timetable

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Discovery modules:

Students are required to study a 10 credit Discovery module at level 2.

Year3 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

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Students are required to study the following compulsory module:

Year4 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

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Students are required to study the following compulsory modules:

Discovery modules:

Students are required to study a 10 credit Discovery module at level 3.

Last updated: 10/05/2023 12:29:42

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