Product Design, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Ranked 18th in the UK for Product Design (The Guardian University Guide 2024), the University of Sussex offers a dynamic course that equips students to design products addressing human needs and societal changes. Taught by industry-experienced experts, the program integrates skills in design, art, environment, science, business, and technology. Students engage in live briefs with professionals, develop critical thinking for informed solutions, and explore responsible prototyping within a circular economy framework. Opportunities include placements for real-world experience, with support from a dedicated careers team to secure roles and enhance employability.The course prepares graduates for success, as evidenced by recent students winning awards from leaders like Dyson and launching designs via the Sussex Innovation Centre. Career paths range from immediate design positions to establishing independent studios. Set on a scenic campus near Brighton & Hove, close to Gatwick and London, Sussex fosters innovation across research and global impact, challenging students to contribute meaningfully to society.

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