HND Practical Product & Spatial Design

This unique course will give you the opportunity to investigate and experience using machines to design and make contemporary objects, working in the practical disciplines of product, interior design, furniture and developing a professional, practical knowledge of CNC machinery, 3D printing along with more traditional hand and machine craft skills. The two-year course will introduce you to industry-standard software and industrial manufacturing and product development machinery and techniques. The course will give you the opportunity and skills to develop as a three dimensional designer with experience and ability to actually make complex objects. Students will work on large and small scale projects, such as contemporary Shepherd Huts, exhibition design for a fashion show and innovative lighting design. All the projects have a very practical element, which will include developing software skills to aid project development and professional presentation. The practical element of the course will develop and refine your understanding and ability to make objects and present working prototypes. Industry-standard software includes 3DStudioMax, Photoshop and Solid works. This suite of high level software will give you a very industrial grounding and the opportunity to take your skills straight into industry.