Product designers have a unique process for solving problems and contributing to the product development process. This process can be used to tackle a wide range of problems including developing strategies that help determine the future direction of a business. The approach is human centred and starts with observing and understanding people. The process then continues with the designer prototyping the inspirations gained. Practical skills such as drawing, computer modelling and model making are all applied to communicate the ideas. The process involves continuous research and the consultation of the relevant expertise and evidence that is needed to develop a viable and innovative product or strategy.
Our BA programme is designed to equip the prospective student with an excellent foundation for careers in the design field, giving high value to creative and practical skills, as well as the tools to lead innovation in a fast changing world. It has well established links with local industry and business give us the opportunity to introduce our students to realistic project briefs and real life scenarios within the academic environment.
For an explanation of qualifications, have a look at our IAG page on this site www.creativeway.org.uk/quals. There is a wide range of acceptable entry requirements. In general the entry requirements for this programme are typically 160-200 tariff points under the new scheme for AS and A2 for 6 and 12 unit awards. Normally the degree would not recruit those students who have lower than A2 level or equivalents.
Applicants must possess one of the following:
GCSE/GCE or equivalent passes in five subjects with two passes at A-level. GCSE passes should include Mathematics and English. One A Level/ A2 pass is required in a design related topic.
BTEC Certificate or Diploma, in Design, with portfolio.
4 x Grade C’s in Scottish Highers
Relevant NVQ Access Course
Merit grade in AGNVQ
A suitable Foundation Diploma, with portfolio.
The Year 0 foundation year of the Extended Degree programme from the University’s franchised course at Barking College.
65% European Baccalaureate
Overseas qualifications are considered on merit and applicants need IELTS 6.0
Additionally, applicants will be expected to demonstrate that they have an interest in and an aptitude for design and to present a portfolio of design and art related work at interview.
A Progression Agreement is a formal arrangement between two or more
education providers. It spells out what a learner needs to do to be
considered for a place on a named programme of study. Progression Agreements
may vary in the conditions they specify but they all aim to give guaranteed
pathways into higher education.
Advice on courses and careers:-
The Creative Way IAG team provides a specialist service for anyone
interested in finding out about courses and careers in the creative and
cultural industries. We can provide information direct to Students,
Parents/ Carers, Tutors and Careers Advisers via email, phone or organised
workshops and 1 to 1 sessions.
To find out more, visit our IAG page on this site on
http://www.creativeway.org.uk/IAG Or contact one of our career advisers: Matt Ball 07889 001764
m.ball@uel.ac.uk or Sarah
Comerford 07515 051509
s.comerford@uel.ac.uk