Product Design - MA
Aldgate Campus, United Kingdom
Product Design - MA
London Metropolitan University
Product Design
Product Design MA at London Metropolitan University
The Product Design MA addresses the needs of graduates from product design and related discipline backgrounds, or those who wish to collaborate with professionals in the field. It is part of several postgraduate design courses that co-exist at the School of Art, Architecture and Design, offering rich opportunities for collaborative multidisciplinary approaches that are essential in the current and future design sector.
This program is grounded in the understanding that design is a key driver for change in society and the environment. As traditional roles in design become increasingly blurred, you will learn to negotiate complex and ambiguous problems while combining experimentation and radical thinking with care and effective research.
Located in the creative hub of East London, you will benefit from proximity to brand-name and independent designers, trendy markets, and the vibrant Shoreditch scene. Through work placements and live projects, you will create design projects that are commercially and creatively relevant to global consumer markets.
Key Program Highlights
- Based in London's East End creative hub with access to leading design industries and exhibition venues
- Collaborative multidisciplinary approach shared across several MA design courses within the School of Art, Architecture and Design
- Research-led curriculum combining theoretical research with hands-on design experimentation and development
- Culminates in a major independent project exhibited at the MA graduation show in central London
Curriculum and Modules
The Product Design MA curriculum balances theoretical research with practical design development. Design and research for design occupies a large proportion of the course, with modules structured to build your creative, intellectual, and technical vocabulary progressively toward an independent major project.
Democratising Luxury
20 creditsExplores the intersection of luxury design and accessibility, challenging you to rethink how premium design experiences can be made available to wider audiences through innovative product concepts.
Material Thought
20 creditsExamines the role of materials in design practice, encouraging experimentation with material properties, sustainability considerations, and the emotional and sensory qualities that materials bring to products.
Design Research for Practice
20 creditsSupports the acquisition of research knowledge and abilities that can be adapted and applied to design challenges. You will examine key principles and methods in design research essential for postgraduate study and advanced research practice.
Design Project Development
20 creditsAdvances discipline-specific design research, development, and management skills within the context of a self-directed project development exercise carried out in a design studio setting.
Major Project
60 creditsThe concluding module in which you select an area of study, formulate your own argument or theoretical position, and produce an independent body of work that will be exhibited at the MA graduation show.
Professional Context
20 creditsPrepares you for professional practice by exploring the commercial, ethical, and strategic contexts in which product designers operate, including industry engagement and career development.
Alternative Core Modules
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Product Design MA is competitive and portfolio-based. Applicants are assessed on their academic background, design portfolio, and personal statement demonstrating ambition for the subject area and for studying at postgraduate level.
Academic Requirements
- Degree ClassificationA first class or strong upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in a related subject
- PortfolioA design portfolio demonstrating creative ability and relevant skills is required
- Personal StatementA statement demonstrating your ambition for the subject area and for studying at postgraduate level
- Professional ExperienceRelated employment or consultancy within the field can be considered alongside the portfolio and statement
- Visa RequirementsInternational students requiring a Student visa must meet UK immigration requirements
English Language Requirements
- IELTS AcademicOverall score of 6.0 with no component below 5.5
- TOEFL iBTOverall score of 72 with minimum component scores (Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Writing: 17, Speaking: 20)
- Cambridge EnglishGrade C or above in Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) or Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE)
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
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Scholarships & Funding
London Metropolitan University offers a range of scholarships and financial support options for international postgraduate students. Many scholarships are automatically applied upon enrolment, reducing the financial burden of studying in London.
International Bright Futures Scholarship
Tuition fee reduction automatically appliedAutomatically applied to all eligible international fee-paying students starting a full-time degree. No separate application is needed. This scholarship includes a tuition fee reduction for the duration of your studies.
International Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship
Up to GBP 4,000 tuition fee discountAvailable to students from the USA, Africa, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka who are considering a full-time master's degree. Up to six eligible students also receive guaranteed accommodation in central London.
International Students House and London Met Postgraduate Scholarship
Full tuition waiver plus accommodationProvides a full tuition waiver, free return flights to and from London, and fully equipped accommodation at the International Students House for eligible master's candidates from select countries.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
The creative industry in the UK is substantial, with approximately half of all those involved in the design sector working in London. Through work placements and live projects during your studies, you will build a portfolio and professional network that positions you for success in a range of design careers.
Typical Career Opportunities
Industries and Employers
Rankings & Recognition
London Metropolitan University is recognised in multiple national and international ranking systems. While it is a modern university with a focus on inclusivity and employability, it holds notable positions in subject-specific areas, particularly within Art, Architecture, and Design.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Design | The Guardian | #5 |
| Film Production and Photography | National Rankings | #2 |
| Nutrition and Food Science | The Guardian | #7 |
| Arts Visual and Performing | National Rankings | Top Subject Area |
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