University
University of CanterburyBachelor of Product Design
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
10 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
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 rongoā (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.
What will my 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.
- PROD101 Product Design 1
- MGMT100 Fundamentals of Management
- PROD110 Design Principles OR ENGR101 Foundations of Engineering
- One 100-level MATH or EMTH course
- MKTG100 Principles of Marketing
- Accounting
- Business
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Finance
- Management
- Marketing
- Chemical Formulation Design
- Digital Product Design
- Industrial Product Design
Entry criteria
To enrol in the degree, you will need:
- University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.
- If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Undergraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Product Design or use the admission requirements checker.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Recommended preparationEntry to the BProdDesign is open to anyone with entry to the University. However, it is strongly recommended that you have at least 14 credits in NCEA Level 2 science and mathematics. Those intending to take Chemical Formulation Design should ideally have 14 credits in NCEA Level 3 chemistry (or the IB/CIE equivalent of these).
Secondary school studies in related subjects such as digital technologies, technology, or design and visual communication would be an advantage.
Visit Te Kura Hanga Otinga | School of Product Design website for more details on recommended preparation, including an outline for different secondary school qualifications.
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