Bachelor of Science in Product Design and Technology

at University of Limerick

What you will Study

The Product Design and Technology course structure is built around a design studio based approach, with complementary subjects run in parallel such as; ergonomics, psychology, manufacturing, engineering, management, and entrepreneurship.

Design studio compromises the core element of the programme, where students focus on basic skills acquisition in year 1, development of thinking tools, visualisation skills, CAD, user-centred design research, and design in context in year 2.

Design fluency and refinement are honed during the first semester of year 3 followed by an opportunity in the second semester for students to study abroad or undertake an 8-month work placement.

In year 4 students work in teams with an industry partner over an intense 6 week period, followed by an individual Design Project – a self-selected design brief focused on any area of personal interest.

Year 1

Semester 1    
 

• Design Studio 1    
• Engineering Science 1    
• Electrotechnology    
• Introduction to Materials Processing    
• Introduction to Materials Science    

Semester 2
 

• Design Studio 2
• Materials for Design
• Model Making
• Manufacturing Technology 2
• Design Mechanics

Year 2

Semester 3    
 

• Design Studio 3    
• Ergonomics Foundations    
• Design Research in Practice    
• Technological Mathematics 1    

Semester 4
 

• Design Studio 4
• Design Visualisation
• Product Design and Modelling
• Contemporary Design Culture

Year 3

Semester 5    
 

• Design Studio 5 (Industry)    
• Design Studio 6 (Community)    
• Design Ergonomics    
• Design for Environmental Sustainability    
• Advanced Modelling of Form    

Semester 6
 

• Cooperative Education
  
  OR
   
• Study Abroad

Year 4

Semester 7    
 

• Design Project 1    
• New Enterprise Creation    
• Design For Manufacture    

Semester 8
 

• Design Project 2
• Project Planning and Control
• Occupational Psychology
   

The cost of studying at University of Limerick varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay €20900 annually, to study in University of Limerick.