Study Bachelor of Product Design in Industrial Product Design at University of Canterbury in New Zealand, Faculty of Engineering
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Bachelor of Product Design in Industrial Product Design

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

Product Design combines creative design, science, engineering, and business studies. Product designers plan and develop items for homes, businesses, and industry. From creating a new lightweight kayak or a phone app, to formulating rongoa (medicinal products) or a virtual training world, studying product design will equip you for a wide range of occupations. Graduates will be able to develop creative ideas based on their knowledge of related sciences and engineering disciplines, as well as gain the practical business skills needed to commercialise new products. Study Involve: You will have access to modern design, laboratory, computer, and testing facilities. Develop your ideas through a number of projects working as an individual or as part of a team. Study a BProdDesign alongside a Bachelor of Commerce, Science, or Engineering to complete a conjoint degree in just four years. Studying Industrial Product Design will teach you how to design and deliver suitable products that solve problems and generate consumer interest. Power tools, parachutes, footwear, furniture, backpacks, bikes, inhalers, and interfaces are all examples of Industrial Product Design. This subject combines creative innovation with technical and business skills. Study Involve Gain practical understanding of the product design lifecycle - from research and idea generation through to prototyping, testing, and delivery. Cross-disciplinary study including engineering, physics, mathematics, design, and science. Access to computer designing software to test, visualise, and communicate your ideas. Opportunities to enter in internationally recognised design competitions.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$47,125.00 (US$ 28,110) per year
Start date

July 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$47,125.00 (US$ 28,110) per year
Start date

February 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To enrol in the degree, you will need:

University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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