Course gives a broad foundation in product design and consists of four 30-credit modules each year; including: Principles of design; creativity; design communication and models; computer aided design (CAD); computer aided manufacture (CAM); manufacturing kills; materials; prototyping; sustainable development; global design awareness; intellectual property (IP); presentation skills. work placement consists of 8-week block during each year; support by experienced mentors; regular visits by college link tutors; manufacturing; marketing; organisation.