The mission of the School of Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business is to develop the artists, designers, engineers, actors, writers, cyber specialists, broadcasters, music producers, film and media producers, computer scientists, games developers, esports managers, poets, historians, diplomats, civic leaders, teachers, entrepreneurs of the future.
Become a creator of the future. Design and make innovative, contemporary products to high levels of craftsmanship using a diverse range of materials, processes and practical skills. Focus on user experience and explore sustainable design, new technology and smart materials on our unique Product, Furniture, Ceramics course You’ll develop a broad set of design and making skills, learning from our team of expert academics in our dedicated design studio. You’ll apply your skills through live projects with world-renowned brands, building a portfolio of innovative and exciting work. You can choose to specialise in the third year, tailoring your projects to your target career, whether you want to be a Product Designer, Ceramicist, Furniture Maker or Entrepreneurial Designer-Maker. Our course is taught by academics with real-world experience in design and manufacturing, who will be at your side throughout your journey to provide you with the knowledge, skills and support you need to take the first step to a successful career in Product, Furniture, Ceramics.
Students have won prestigious National and International awards including: New Designers Best Stand, The M&S Homeware Award
Pentland Brands Award, Sainsbury’s Homeware Award
Formica Award for Excellence and consecutive year on year 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize for excellence from Valentine Clays.
Students have also won multiple Keith Brymer Jones ‘promising young designer’ awards, FRANZ Rising Star Global Scholarships, and the GNCCF ‘Best Maker’ awards.
Careers
Graduates from our design degrees are highly sought after, securing careers worldwide and working on a wide variety of projects. They work for companies including: Habitat, M&S Home, Wedgwood, Westbridge Furniture, Evoke Creative, GoldenBear Toys
Some graduates are also running their own businesses, teaching, and studying at postgraduate level.
Staff work 1-1 with students and graduates to identify job, placement and internship opportunities. The professional network of our teaching team is invaluable in placing our talented graduates in industry
