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’ It ’ s a great course to do if you ' ve got an innovative mind , then it stretches that beyond what you would probably normally look at and make sure to look outside the box . ’
Glen Wicken
BSc ( Hons ) Product Design and Innovation
BSc ( Hons ) Product Design and Innovation
UCAS code H771
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : BBB-BCC , BTEC : DDM- DMM Must be in a relevant subject . Tariff points : 104-120 points , to include A levels in two relevant subjects , or equivalent . Applicants may be requested to provide a portfolio to support their application .
Subject to approval
Accredited course
Institution of Mechanical Engineers
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What ' s this course about ?
● Explore the fundamentals of product design and innovation
● Learn about illustration , computer-aided illustration and manufacturing technology
● Delve into the theories and methodologies to create and improve products
Example placements
● Princess Yachts
● Disney
● Akins Consultancies
● Jaguar Land Rover
● Pall Europe
● Triumph Motorcycles
Example topics
● Conceptual design
● Materials and manufacture
● Illustration techniques
● Advanced and modern materials
● Human factors in design and manufacture
● Sustainable development and environmental management
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Course highlights
● Use sophisticated computer software and rapid prototyping equipment to design new or enhanced products
● Put your skills into practice on real projects through our links with organisations and design centres
● Address crucial aspects of design such as creativity , sustainability , human factors and materials
● Make extensive use of graphic communication ( hand and computer illustrated ) to optimise the design process
● Gain valuable work experience on an optional one-year paid industrial placement
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‘ I also have enjoyed working with real industry software such as PTC Creo and Autodesk AutoCAD . It is an extremely interesting course that is always relating back to the real world . ’
Stanley McQueen
Future opportunities
On graduation you ’ ll be eligible for membership of the Institution of Engineering Designers ( IED ) and Institution of Mechanical Engineers ( IMechE ) as an Incorporated Engineer ( IEng ). Our graduates have gone on to work in many different fields including product design , design management , consultancy , CAD design , engineering , manufacturing , marketing and graphic design .
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BA ( Hons ) Creative Writing
UCAS code WW80
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : BBC-BCC , BTEC : DMM , Tariff points : 104-112 points . Applicants may be required to submit a portfolio of written work .
BA ( Hons ) English and Creative Writing
UCAS code QW38
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : BBC-BCC , to include an A level in English , or equivalent . BTEC : Acceptable when combined with other qualifications . Must be with an English qualification . Tariff points : 104-112 points , including 32 points from A level English , or equivalent . Applicants may be required to submit a portfolio of written work .
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What ' s this course about ?
● Harness your talent , develop your writing voice , and improve your technique by delving into a variety of genres
● From stories to scripts and plays to poetry , learn to write across a wide range of mediums
● Explore traditional writing techniques and study contemporary skills
● Learn from professional writers
Example placements
● Red Apple Creative ’ s audio book production team
● Debenhams ’ editorial team
● Dolby ’ s field marketing team
Example topics
● Telling tales
● Fan fiction
● Writing for the film and TV industries
● Travel writing
● Playwriting and text for performance
● Press and public relations
What ' s this course about ?
● Draw creative inspiration by studying great writing
● Expand your literary horizons
● Examine a vast range of genres – from sonnets and sci-fi , to myths and magical realism
● Build your knowledge of different styles and techniques before applying them in your own writing
● Learn from visiting professional novelists , poets and playwrights such as Andy McNab , Francesca Beard and Suzi Feay
Example placements
● Red Apple Creative , audiobook production assistant
● Debenhams , editorial assistant
Example topics
● Finding form – writing for performance
● Time , temporality , contemporary fiction
● Puritans to postmodernists : American literature
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Course highlights
● Enhance your writing skills across different genres including magazine articles , television dramas , stage plays , autobiography , travel writing , fan fiction and publicity campaigns
● Opportunity to publish your work in our annual anthology
● Attend talks and workshops from visiting professional novelists , poets and playwrights , such as Andy McNab , Francesca Beard and Suzi Feay
● Learn from our team of published authors , poets , scriptwriters and media specialists who ’ ll help you bring your ideas to life in creative workshops
Course highlights
● Gain valuable insight from a teaching staff of published authors , poets and playwrights
● Develop the techniques essential for producing short stories , poetry and plays
● Discover how to dissect , critique and even perform your own writing
● Opportunity to publish your work in our annual anthology
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‘ I love how accepting and friendly the students and lecturers are . ’
Caitlin Pegg
Future opportunities
You ’ ll have the knowledge , skills and market awareness to succeed in an array of creative and professional industries . Our graduates are working in film and television , print and online media , public relations , advertising , copywriting , arts and event management , journalism , theatre management , broadcasting and teaching .
‘ I choose to study at Portsmouth as it ' s close to the seaside , has passionate teachers and modern facilities . ’
Alannah White
Future opportunities You ’ ll gain the skills to succeed in an array of creative and professional industries . Our graduates are working in areas such as : creative writing , copywriting , publishing , editing , advertising and marketing , public relations , arts and events management , broadcasting and teaching .
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For opportunities to study or work abroad , see page 16 for details |
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