Product Design and Innovation
BSc (Hons)
University of Strathclyde
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Creative, analytical and practical skills all contribute to the design and development of ideas into innovative products.
Why Product Design & Innovation at Strathclyde? Learn how to develop new and innovative technology products for the global marketplace. Work with cutting-edge design and making technologies including 3D digital design and 3D printing. Gain skills and knowledge in design, making, creativity, innovation, technical analysis and communication. Undertake summer placements in industry. Study abroad options include Australia and Singapore. Professional accreditation by the Institution of Engineering Designers and Institution of Engineering and Technology.
Your Career Gain access to an outstanding career in design and innovation. Our graduates are positioned in world-leading firms such as Apple, Dyson, Triumph Motorcycles, Chivas Brothers, Reid Heath Audio, i4 Product Design, Jaguar Land Rover, PA Consulting, Shore Design, and 4c Design.
Recent graduate roles include: CAD Technician Design Engineer Management Trainee Product Designer Product Design Engineer
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Product Design and Innovation BSc (Hons) at University of Strathclyde for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of Design Studies
| 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 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Product Design and Innovation, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
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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.
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Current jobs
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Product Design and Innovation BSc (Hons) at University of Strathclyde
| 40% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 15% | Design occupations |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Year 2 entry: AAA-ABB (Maths or Physics or Design & Technology).
Year 1 entry: relevant HNC, A in Graded Unit
Year 2 entry: relevant HND, AA in Graded Units.
Maths or Physics or Engineering Science.
(Maths HL5 or Physics HL5) A Level, Higher or HL Art & Design or Design & Manufacture/Graphic Communication.
Must include Maths OR Physics at H1
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Product Design and Innovation, BSc (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Product Design and Innovation BSc (Hons)
| EU | £22400 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
| International | £22400 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £22400 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Most undergraduate students from the rest of the UK England, Wales and Northern Ireland will receive a free year of tuition as, assuming no change in Rest of UK fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study next session, this is capped at £27,750 with the exception of the MPharm and Integrated Masters courses; MPharm students pay £9,250 for each of the four years. Students studying on Integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
The University of Strathclyde offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. For further information, please consult the following page: https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/.
For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.
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)
University Rankings
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About University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde is a prominent research education institution situated in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. Awards and accolades are never far away from their name, having been recognised as university of the year on numerous occasions by Times Higher Education, as well as the 4th best in the UK for Student Satisfaction. The city itself is known for the friendly and humorous locals, as well as the diverse and international student population.
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