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Product Design
- HND
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Bedford College
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
The one year HND programme will introduce you to new materials,Trend Forecasting and design manufacturing. You will also develop methodologies for idea generation within the industry, the design cycle, analysis and testing. There is an emphasis on contemporary making skills for example,wood, metal jesmonite and resin.
The programme is delivered by design practitioners in studios in the purpose built South Bank Arts Centre.
The course will prepare you for a career as a creative designer and maker, in addition you will engage in contextual studies of British, European product design as well as design from various cultures. The course will always aim to develop portfolio building and professional practice to enhance individual student profiles to ensure that they have a basis for logical professional development/progression.
Students can progress to undertake a top-up year at university, to turn their HND into a degree. In addition, subsequent options might enable one to carry out MA or PhDs should this develop.
Examples of careers that the course could lead to –
Product Designer: Focuses on the creation of new products, considering functionality, aesthetics, and user experience.
CAD Designer: Uses computer-aided design software to create technical drawings and models of products.
Design Engineer: Combines design principles with engineering knowledge to develop products.
Furniture Designer: Specializes in designing furniture for residential, commercial, or industrial settings.
Interior and Spatial Designer: Focuses on the design of interior spaces, considering functionality, aesthetics, and user experience.
Salary scope will vary/change with time/experience/development.
Modules
Module B Professional Creative Practice
B1 Personal Professional Development
B2 Professional Project
Projects vary but all cover five chief criteria: Contextual Knowledge, Ideas Generation and Development, Technical Knowledge and Skills, Professional Practice, and Communication.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through on-going course work-projects/continuous assessment.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Bedford College
Study options
- HND • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VIPD
- Institution code:
- B23
- Campus name:
- Bedford College
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Bedford College Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VIPD
- Institution code:
- B23
- Campus name:
- Bedford College
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We are unable to accept international applications due to UKVI regulations
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Essential: Level 4 qualification HNC or equivalent accredited prior learning
Desirable: Appropriate aptitude/motivation
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- You will be required to have an interview with a member of the Art and Design Dept.
- Portfolio
- You will be required to have a portfolio of work for review at interview
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £6186 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6186 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6186 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6186 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
*Fees subject to change
Funds required for some on-going materials and trips related to the course.
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