The Three Dimensional Design gives you the opportunity to explore the disciplines of Ceramics and Glass, Jewellery and Product Design.
The course allows you to develop a wide range of Three Dimensional Design skills, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of professional design practice.
The course is uniquely equipped to develop highly employable graduates with the skills necessary to operate in this changing and increasingly demanding working environment, from the individual designer maker, freelance product designer or team member in multidisciplinary consultancies.
Hands-on making experiences and a thorough knowledge of manufacturing processes, appropriate to hard and soft materials, including metal, wood, plastics, ceramic and glass are explored through both new and traditional technologies. The course also develops the essential practical skills of 2D and 3D visualisation, CAD modelling and rapid manufacturing skills using industry standard software and hardware.
These practical skills are underpinned by a programme of Critical and Contextual Studies and Professional Practice providing the students with an understanding of the "bigger picture" and the professional skills required to progress along their career pathway. Design culture and context are examined through lectures and seminars, with study trips to, and visits from, leading designers and companies.
This course will start in September 2012, subject to validation. More information will be available in the near future.
Live projects, international study visits, industrial placements and design competitions provide an awareness of context and develop professional skills.
In your 3rd year you will make an informed decision as to which area you wish to specialise in, in preparation for your 4th year Honours project and the Degree Show.
Your chosen specialisation will be reflected in your final award title allowing you to graduate with one of the following:
Year 1 Entry
SQA Higher: BBC to include English and Art/Design.
GCE A Level: BC to include English and Art/Design.
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: B2B2C1 to include English and Art/Design or equivalent.
IB Diploma: 24, including Visual Arts and English at Higher Level.
Degree Link Programme: A relevant HNC from one of our partner FE colleges may be considered for year 2 entry.
Year 2 Entry
Entry to year 2 and later would be subject to the presentation of a portfolio of work relative to the specific course. Accompanying qualifications may include HND, Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art or equivalent qualifications.
Interview/Portfolio Review
Suitable applicants will be invited to attend the School with their portfolio for an informal review/discussion with academic staff. This allows you to meet staff, see the teaching environment and allows the School to explore our ambitions whilst reviewing your work. We will discuss your folio work and specific interests within art and design, as well as your aspirations. It will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions.
* All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide and represent the minimum required to be considered for entry. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place may be asked to achieve more than is stated.
Placement
Stage 3 students have the opportunity to undertake Erasmus overseas exchanges or industrial placement for one semester. The course has very well established partnerships with academic institutions in Milan, Hanover, Dusseldorf, Hameenlinna, Turku and Hasselt.
Study Abroad
There are international exchange opportunities in year 3, semester 2.
If you are a Scottish resident or EU national you are not liable to pay fees and should apply to SAAS for funding.
Students from other parts of the UK should visit the appropriate website:
For Academic Year 2012/2013
Scottish/EU Students
Full-time
Rest of UK Students
Full-time
International Students
For Academic Year 2011/2012
UK/EU Students
International Students
All course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.
For further information see Student Finance pages
You must apply online at UCAS - www.ucas.com/apply.
Once you register and create your username and password, you are guided through the process of applying. After submission, log in to your UCAS Track account to see the progress of your application, and view and respond to your offers.
Many of our graduates are now working as designers within a wide range of companies, and as self-employed jewellers, product designers, ceramicists and interior design consultants.
This course is equipped to provide you with the transferable design and business skills necessary to operate confidently in an ever-changing design, creative industries or design management related career. A number of graduates have extended their academic experience through further study at the Royal College of Art and other postgraduate institutions.
