The BA (Hons) Furniture and Product Design at the University of Northumbria Newcastle is designed for aspiring designers eager to explore the creation of beautiful, useful, and meaningful objects within contemporary material culture. You will develop a sophisticated understanding of design theory, methods, and practice, engaging with the social, economic, and environmental contexts that shape our built environment. This undergraduate degree is ideal for those who possess a creative drive and a desire to understand both the 'how' and the 'why' behind making things, preparing you to contribute to professional design practice.
This full-time, three-year on-campus programme places three-dimensional prototyping at the core of your learning experience. You will gain hands-on expertise in workshop tools, computer labs, and studio spaces, learning to effectively use materials and evaluate designs. Through core modules like Design Theory, Design Methods, and Professional Design Practice, you will hone your technical skills and critical thinking. In your final year, you will undertake a Major Design Study, culminating in a project that showcases your readiness for professional careers in furniture and product design.