Why Study a Design related course?
Unlike some other A level courses there are a wide variety of university courses which people who have taken Design might undertake. The more obvious ones are related to Product design or Engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, aeronautical, etc).
Further information on Product design courses: http://www.independent.co.uk/student/into-university/az-degrees/product-design-1630761.html
What skills will you develop on a Product design course?
Over the course of your degree you develop a wide mix of subject-specific and technical skills, you should consider these skills developed on your course as well as through your other activities, such as paid work, volunteering, family responsibilities, sport, membership of societies, leadership roles, etc. Think about how these can be used as evidence of your skills and personal attributes. Then you can start to market and sell who you really are, identify what you may be lacking and consider how to improve your profile.
What does it lead on to and what are the chances?
Graduates from product/industrial design courses seek employment in a wide range of fields. Companies involved in the manufacture and marketing of products will require product designers as design skills are needed in every aspect of the company's business. As well as being involved in the research, design and manufacture of the product, these graduates are also involved in commercial aspects such as sales and marketing, and logistics and supply chain.
Both the private and public sector employ these graduates. Examples of work in the public sector could include designing interactive facilities such as public information points and equipment used by services such as the police, fire and ambulance.
For an insight into potential employment areas consider exploring:
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Creative arts
What other Design related degrees are there?
Engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, aeronautical, etc). Further information on Engineering courses: http://www.independent.co.uk/student/into-university/az-degrees/engineering-754573.html
How can you gain vital Experience?
Universities wouldn’t expect people to have gained relevant experience in this area, but a good portfolio of design work, with good photographic evidence of quality products which you have designed and made.