BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS IN PRODUCT DESIGN WITH HONOURS

A "Bachelor of Fine Arts in Product Design with Honours" is an advanced undergraduate degree, usually a one-year program, for students who have achieved academic excellence in their Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts or a related area and wish to delve deeper into research or further study in the field of product design. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• What it is:

  This is an advanced undergraduate program, often a one-year program, designed for students who have already completed a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts or a similar discipline. 

• Purpose:

  It's designed to help students develop their critical and creative skills in contemporary art, specifically focusing on product design, and can serve as a pathway for graduate research such as a PhD. 

• Focus:

  The program often involves a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, allowing students to explore various aspects of product design, including materials, manufacturing, sustainability, and user experience. 

• Skills Developed:

  Students will develop skills in areas like research, ideation, sketching, prototyping, visualization, and design for manufacture, as well as an understanding of the entire design process. 

• Example programs:

  • University of Dundee: Offers a Product Design BSc (Hons) program with a focus on the whole design process, including research methods, sketching, prototyping, and manufacturing. 
  • University of Brighton: Provides a Product Design BSc(Hons) program that integrates practical experience and theoretical knowledge in a supportive environment. 
  • University of Edinburgh: Offers a BA (Hons) in Product Design focusing on exploration through making, critical thinking, and designing, utilizing various materials and technologies.