Product Design
MSc
The MSc Product Design course is designed to educate students in a global context on how to approach the design of products in the rapidly changing technological, economic and social landscape.
Our primary aim is to you an advanced education that prepares you to walk into world leading global design and technology industries ready to work in a team and lead projects.
Status: If you need a visa to study in the UK, this course is closed to applicants for Sept 2012 entry. Apply by 15th July for Sept 2013.
Why study Product Design at Dundee?
Our philosophy is simple, we aim to educate students to:
- make products that work socially, through deep understanding of people and society;
- work technically, through embedding cutting-edge technology into our products; and
- work economically, through working closely with global industries to ensure a market readiness and entrepreneurship at the highest level.
The Product Design programme at the University of Dundee has established a world-class reputation across industry, research and teaching. We have strong connections to the UK and global design economy – with tutors running successful design consultancies that operate on a global scale. We also aim to provide students with :
- Working knowledge in design ethnography
- Expertise in prototyping with technology
- Connections to academic and industry leaders in design and technology.
- The ability to resolve social and technical needs in a designed product through self motivation and direction.
What's so good about Product Design at Dundee?
Our research has attracted a number of substantial grant awards including a £1.1m UK government award to explore new ways to connect disadvantaged communities to the digital economy; a five year industry PhD programme in self-service funded by the financial solutions company NCR; and a Microsoft Research PhD Scholarship to investigate digital navigation.
Our staff exhibit their work worldwide, with products housed in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Related courses
Teaching & Assessment
This course is taught by staff in the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design.
The start date is September each year, and lasts for 12 months.
Careers
We expect our students to enter employment in design consultancies and global industries (e.g. NCR, Nokia and Microsoft); we also envision that a significant number will progress to PhD level.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are normally expected to have an honours BSc degree at 2:2 level of above, in a relevant product design discipline. You will also need to have a portfolio of work versed in design practice from either university or industry.
The portfolio should be 3D based with design/technology work displayed in a electronic portfolio (pdf or website). Applicants should attempt to limit the portfolio to 15 pieces of work. Sketches, freehand drawing, modelling, any design work, and relevant work/ industry experience examples etc may form part of the submitted work.
English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.0 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.
Fees and Funding
| Academic Year | Home/EU | Overseas |
|---|---|---|
| 2011-12 | £3,400 | £11,435 |
| 2012-13 | £3,400 | £12,000 |
| 2013-14 | to be confirmed | to be confirmed |
Sources of Funding
Information about the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design scholarships can be found on the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design scholarships webpage.
Other sources of funding for postgraduate students can be found on our Scholarships webpage.
Living Costs
- Dundee is ranked as one of the most affordable places for students to live in the UK, and the cost of living is around 15% cheaper than the UK average.
- Increasing numbers of students are successfully undertaking part-time work to supplement their income. You can get advice from our Careers Service, both about job opportunities and how to find a suitable study/work/life balance. EU and international students are also allowed to work up to 20 hours per week.
- As a student in Scotland, you have free access to the National Health Service. Visits to doctors and hospitals, as well as prescriptions, sight tests and dental checkups, are available free of charge.
Your Application
How to Apply
Apply online via UKPASS
Course Director
Jon RogersDuncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design
University of Dundee
Perth Road
Dundee
DD1 4HT
Scotland
Telephone: 01382 388 871 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 388 871 (from outside the UK)
Email: j.rogers@dundee.ac.uk
Admissions Contact
Postgraduate AdmissionsAdmissions and Student Recruitment
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Scotland
Telephone: 01382 384 384 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 384 384 (from outside the UK)
Fax: 01382 385 500 (from the UK)
Fax: +44 1382 385 500 (from outside the UK)
Email: postgrad-admissions@dundee.ac.uk
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