The MA Product Design at the University for Creative Arts (UCA) is crafted for aspiring designers eager to explore the profound relationship between products, their environmental impact, and manufacturing processes. This postgraduate degree is ideal for individuals with a hands-on making background who aim to move beyond conventional design. You will be encouraged to critically examine how design choices influence emotions and spatial dynamics, fostering innovation by integrating traditional principles with cutting-edge approaches. This course offers a unique opportunity to develop a sophisticated understanding of contemporary product design challenges and solutions.
This intensive, full-time, on-campus MA programme is delivered over one year, focusing on practical application and critical inquiry. You will engage in studio practice, developing a comprehensive project proposal and executing a sophisticated final outcome that demonstrates mastery of your craft. The curriculum includes dedicated units for research and professional contexts, allowing you to contextualise your work through presentations and potentially engage in collaborative projects or creative business start-ups. You will graduate with a portfolio and the advanced skills necessary to pursue diverse career paths in design studios, architectural firms, or entrepreneurial ventures.