Product Design MSc

University of Strathclyde Department of Design, Manufacture & Engineering Management

Full time & Part time September MSc, PGDip 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time

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About the course

Our MSc in Product Design will provide a thorough training in design theories and methods including product aesthetics and human-centred design, as well as the utilisation of advanced design techniques in digital modelling and physical rapid prototyping of design solutions.

The course will appeal to graduates of courses in industrial/product design or innovation-related courses who wish to influence future thinking and practice design.

Studying within our Department of Design, Manufacturing & Engineering Management, you'll have access to some of the leading academics in the whole product development life cycle and benefit from their experience in industry, current research projects and advancements in those fields.

Entry Requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant design or innovation discipline.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

University of Strathclyde

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university based in the heart of Glasgow – Scotland’s largest, most cosmopolitan city. Founded in 1796 as a ‘place of useful learning’, the university is home to around 30,000 students from more than 140 countries. The University has delivered academic excellence through world-class research and education for over 200 years. This is underpinned by a commitment to innovation and impact, flexibility and collaboration with business, government, industry and tech.

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Scholarships

To celebrate the 850th anniversary of the city of Glasgow, we are delighted to offer scholarships to all eligible postgraduate taught, self-funded, international (non-EU) fee-paying students, joining an on-campus course in the Faculty of Engineering in September 2025. The award is worth £5,000 and will be deducted from the tuition fees of successful candidates. This scholarship will be awarded automatically and no application is necessary.

We also have a limited number of Dean’s International Excellence Awards for postgraduate taught applicants. These scholarships are worth £7,000 and £10,000 and will be offered to exceptional applicants. All eligible offer holders will be considered for the Dean’s Excellence Award and contacted before 31 July 2025 if successful. A separate application is not required.

Value of Scholarship(s)

Up to £10,000

Eligibility

Open to all eligible postgraduate taught, self-funded, international (non-EU) fee-paying offer holders joining a course in the Faculty of Engineering in September 2025.