Kingston University: Product and Furniture Design
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Design School |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
You may specialise in either product or furniture design. A hands-on approach incorporates research techniques, collaboration and group working, developing finished objects intended for craft, industrial production or conceptual prototype. The course is a studio and project-based. You will practice interdisciplinary methods of working, often collaborating with postgraduates from other courses.
Activities may include specialist lectures, workshop inductions, group and personal tutorials, seminars and symposiums.
In your final project, you will be able to develop your own interests and agenda. Your work will culminate in an exhibition, attended by design professionals and the press. Previously the exhibition has been at Herman Miller in London.
– In our workshops, you will be able to practice traditional techniques as well as the latest 2D and 3D rapid prototyping and digital cutting technologies.
– You will be supported by expert tutors, field visits, and specialist practitioners who bring a broad mix of experience to the course.
– The course offers the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through live client projects. Previous project partners include Made.com, Tefal, and Black & Blum.
Recent graduates work for Asus, Lenovo, Made.com, Swoon, Once Upon A Time, Unto This Last, or are self-employed in the UK, Europe, and worldwide. Roles include product designer, CMF designer, furniture designer, design manager, and project manager
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | -A good honours degree or equivalent in related art, design, or craft subject and/or appropriate professional experience. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 17800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17800 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
You may specialise in either product or furniture design. A hands-on approach incorporates research techniques, collaboration and group working, developing finished objects intended for craft, industrial production or conceptual prototype. The course is a studio and project-based. You will practice interdisciplinary methods of working, often collaborating with postgraduates from other courses.
Activities may include specialist lectures, workshop inductions, group and personal tutorials, seminars and symposiums.
In your final project, you will be able to develop your own interests and agenda. Your work will culminate in an exhibition, attended by design professionals and the press. Previously the exhibition has been at Herman Miller in London.
– In our workshops, you will be able to practice traditional techniques as well as the latest 2D and 3D rapid prototyping and digital cutting technologies.
– You will be supported by expert tutors, field visits, and specialist practitioners who bring a broad mix of experience to the course.
– The course offers the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through live client projects. Previous project partners include Made.com, Tefal, and Black & Blum.
Recent graduates work for Asus, Lenovo, Made.com, Swoon, Once Upon A Time, Unto This Last, or are self-employed in the UK, Europe, and worldwide. Roles include product designer, CMF designer, furniture designer, design manager, and project manager
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | -A good honours degree or equivalent in related art, design, or craft subject and/or appropriate professional experience. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 9790 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 5354 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5354 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5354 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5354 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 9790 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
You may specialise in either product or furniture design. A hands-on approach incorporates research techniques, collaboration and group working, developing finished objects intended for craft, industrial production or conceptual prototype. The course is studio and project based. You will practise interdisciplinary methods of working, often collaborating with postgraduates from other courses.
Activities may include specialist lectures, workshop inductions, group and personal tutorials, seminars and symposiums.
In your final project you will be able to develop your own interests and agenda. Your work will culminate in an exhibition, attended by design professionals and press. Previously the exhibition has been at Herman Miller in London.
– In our workshops you will be able to practise traditional techniques as well as the latest 2D and 3D rapid prototyping and digital cutting technologies.
– You will be supported by expert tutors, field visits and specialist practitioners who bring a broad mix of experience to the course.
– The course offers the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through live client projects. Previous project partners include Made.com, Tefal and Black & Blum.
Recent graduates work for Asus, Lenovo, Made.com, Swoon, Once Upon A Time, Unto This Last, or are self-employed in the UK, Europe and worldwide. Roles include product designer, CMF designer, furniture designer, design manager and project manager
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline and appropriate professional experience. Candidates are required to submit a portfolio of their work and attend an interview. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17600 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
You may specialise in either product or furniture design. A hands-on approach incorporates research techniques, collaboration and group working, developing finished objects intended for craft, industrial production or conceptual prototype. The course is studio and project based. You will practise interdisciplinary methods of working, often collaborating with postgraduates from other courses.
Activities may include specialist lectures, workshop inductions, group and personal tutorials, seminars and symposiums.
In your final project you will be able to develop your own interests and agenda. Your work will culminate in an exhibition, attended by design professionals and press. Previously the exhibition has been at Herman Miller in London.
– In our workshops you will be able to practise traditional techniques as well as the latest 2D and 3D rapid prototyping and digital cutting technologies.
– You will be supported by expert tutors, field visits and specialist practitioners who bring a broad mix of experience to the course.
– The course offers the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through live client projects. Previous project partners include Made.com, Tefal and Black & Blum.
Recent graduates work for Asus, Lenovo, Made.com, Swoon, Once Upon A Time, Unto This Last, or are self-employed in the UK, Europe and worldwide. Roles include product designer, CMF designer, furniture designer, design manager and project manager
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline and appropriate professional experience. Candidates are required to submit a portfolio of their work and attend an interview. |
| Location | Knights Park Grange Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2QJ |
Fees
| EU | 5225 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 5225 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5225 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5225 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5225 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 9680 GBP for Year 1 |
Kingston University
Overview
A vibrant, modern and supportive University based across four campuses, Kingston offers a wide range of postgraduate taught and research degrees. It offers people from all backgrounds and countries (140 at the last count) the opportunity to make a difference – not only to their own lives, but also to the world around them.
You’ll earn a postgraduate degree with a difference via 118 years of teaching excellence. We will help you to achieve your career goals by putting your academic knowledge into practice, gaining the problem-solving skills and flexibility you need to adapt to the changing …
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