Product Design BA (Hons)
Bournemouth University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Why study BA (Hons) Product Design at BU?
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Graduate with a balanced view of the product development process, learning all the practical and theoretical skills necessary to work in the sector.
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Use state of the art facilities including a specialist CAD laboratory and our manufacturing design centre.
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Spend your third year on a work placement, gaining at least 30 weeks experience in a relevant industry
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Design your own original product and make a working prototype in your final year and exhibit it at our annual Festival of Design & Engineering.
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Choose to extend your undergraduate study and continue to the award of Master of Design (MDes) Product Design.
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Be career-ready like 90% of our graduates in employment 15 months after graduation, with skills allowing you to go into a variety of careers in the industry from a designer through to production manager (source DiscoverUni 2021).
The BA (Hons) Product Design focuses on the aesthetic and contextual issues relating to product design whereas the BSc focuses on the technological aspect of design. You don’t need to decide which route you’ll take until your final year.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 25 graduates of Product Design BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Product Design.
This particular course
Salary
Salary of Graduates of Product Design BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Product Design BA (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £22500 | £27000 | £33500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21500 - £25000 | £23000 - £32000 | £26500 - £41500 |
All Product Design courses of Bournemouth University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Product Design
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20046 | £20113 | £23568 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18042 - £24043 | £15144 - £24676 | £17604 - £29974 |
All Product Design courses of UK
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Product Design, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Product Design courses of Bournemouth University
Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Product Design BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University
| 35% | Design occupations |
| 15% | Engineering professionals |
| 10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 0% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 0% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 0% | Media Professionals |
| 0% | Protective service occupations |
| 0% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
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.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
104 tariff points (Grade D*D)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
104 tariff points (Grade D*D)
An overall score of 28 - 31 points.
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff. Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, you can request a deferral by contacting our Admissions Team. Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please contact our Future Students Enquiry Team for more information. Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading. |
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Product Design, BA (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Product Design BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16500 | year 1 |
| International | £16500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 4
University Rankings
Positions of Bournemouth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Bournemouth University in related subject specific rankings.
Arts Visual & Performing
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- #22
- #29
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- Art & Design
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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What students say about studying Product Design in the UK?
About Bournemouth University
Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.
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Product Design BDes (Hons) | Glasgow School of Art | 79% | 5% | 1% | £9250 | £18960 | 158 | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
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Product Design with foundation year BSc | Sheffield Hallam University | 90% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £14415 | 127 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
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Product Design BA (Hons) | University of Derby | 80% | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £14045 | 118 | Derby | On campus Full-time | |
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Product Design Engineering BEng (Hons) | Middlesex University | 82% | 6% | 5% | £9250 | £14000 | 101 | London | On campus Full-time | |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%