Interior Products Design is concerned with designing objects which influence our interior spaces. The research, design and development of areas such as lighting, architectural fittings, furniture, ceramic-ware, architectural glass and modular internal systems are studied during the course. You will be encouraged to learn and solve problems through experimentation and practical application.

The course is part of the Design Studies Programme and shares modules with Product Design, Interior Design and Design Management Strategies. Links with these subject areas enable you to explore a variety of design areas in a holistic context while also widening your career prospects.

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Key Facts

• A sharp focus on designing objects which influence our interior spaces.
• Explore the research, design and development of areas such as lighting, architectural fittings, furniture, ceramic-ware, architectural glass and modular internal systems - widening your professional experience, contacts and prospects.
• Part of our Design Studies Programme, sharing modules with BA (Hons) Design Management Strategies; BA (Hons) Product Design; and BA (Hons) Interior Design.
• Enjoy the flexibility to change direction within the first year of the programme.
• Chance to study overseas and go on regular study trips, bringing you vivid and relevant experience of today’s design/businesses.
• Looks not only at the design process, but also addresses commercial realities; you get the chance to engage with business through ‘live’ projects.

Further Studies

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Employment Opportunities

Graduates will have various career paths available to them on completion of the course. Careers within manufacturing or retailing are possible as well as opportunities to work as part of a project team within a design consultancy. Typical roles would include designer, project manager, account manager or new product development manager. Graduates also have the option of working as a freelance designer, design entrepreneur or as a designer for batch produced or one off products. Related fields include design education, design journalism, design research and the management of design issues related to sustainability.

Course Structure

Learning is primarily project-based and supported by lectures, seminars and specialist workshops. These will ensure that you learn to appreciate and understand all aspects of the design process and are aware of the commercial, cultural and technological context within which business operates. This aspect of your learning is supported by direct engagement with business which often enables you to undertake ‘live’ projects.

You will have access to a variety of facilities to support your studies, including computer aided design and equipped prototype development workshops which include rapid prototyping and digitally driven processes. The projects you undertake will help you to develop not only an understanding of your specialist subject but also transferable, intellectual and personal skills appropriate to the changing environment of professional practice.

Throughout the programme there is the opportunity to study overseas and engage with regular study trips, which will provide you with the ability to evaluate and assess the design field in greater depth.

Entry Requirements

A good portfolio of work and one of the following:

• 280 tariff points
• BTEC National Diploma overall grade DMM
• Level 3 Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design) with merit or distinction in the final stage
• International Baccalaureate with 28 points
• Equivalent qualifications or experience

Application Details

UCAS profile: W241 Interior Products Design

Portfolio Guidelines (to be presented at interview)

The work submitted within your portfolio can be work produced as part of a formal course of study, or anything you have produced independently as a result of your own personal interest, (this could also include any work you have produced professionally).
 
We will be looking for an obvious interest in the visual arts and three-dimensional design. You should be able to demonstrate an awareness of both the historical and contemporary scene.
 
A range of drawings displaying your skills in different mediums. If possible include a variety of styles, as this will give us much clearer idea of your artistic ability. Any graphic based work is also worth including.
 
Please include evidence of sketchbook work (we like to see how your ideas have evolved also you can include visits to relevant exhibitions, galleries, buildings, interiors, work experience etc. 

Any projects concerning problem solving (taking a project brief and producing a solution) are essential, especially anything three-dimensional e.g. sculpture, model making, ceramics, furniture, interior projects etc. Photographs/images of any 3D work should be included and technical drawings would be good to see!

Fees Notes

If you already have an equivalent level qualification, you may be charged a higher fee for your course. For further information visit the fees area of the Student Info section.

Enquiries

Prospective students from the UK or EU may enquire online by using the Course Enquiry Form or call +44 (0)121 331 5595.

Prospective students from non-EU countries may enquire via the International Enquiry Form or call +44 (0)121 331 6714.