The BA (Hons) Product Design course at Istituto Marangoni equips students with a range of design design skills, with industry experience and opportunities for live projects.

At Istituto Marangoni, students learn to become creative and versatile designers, capable of turning ideas into high-quality, finished products. The curriculum is deeply integrated with industry experience, equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in the global design industry.

Students are trained in a variety of research methods, developing briefs, and creating designs that combine technical knowledge with contemporary design principles. With a strong emphasis on real-world applications, students gain a flexible skill set that includes key research tools and production processes with the ability to interrogates and take a stance in current design debates.

Beyond creative design skills, the course builds students' communication abilities – from social media and digital content to presenting ideas and pitching to clients. This well-rounded approach ensures graduates are ready to share ideas effectively.

Istituto Marangoni's methodology of contextual design studies allow students to experience London's vibrant culture by visiting galleries, exhibitions and design studios, learning about design from both historical and current perspectives. This exposure refines their critical thinking and deepens their understanding of design across different cultural settings.

Studying design in London brings unique advantages, immersing students in a diverse design community that values varied perspectives. London's multicultural environment helps students create designs that resonate with global audiences.

The course also offers an optional year in the industry, giving students valuable real-world experience. Studies conclude with a self-directed final project, where students handle every step of the design process – from research and ideation to prototyping, testing and final refinement – creating projects that demonstrate depth and complexity.

By studying at Istituto Marangoni in London, students are not only equipped with the technical and creative skills required of a successful designer but are also enriched by the cultural insights and professional connections that come from studying in one of the world's most diverse and influential design capitals.

School: Istituto Marangoni
Course: BA (Hons) Product Design
Type: Undergraduate
Location: London, UK
Course dates: October 2025 to June 2028
Application deadline: 31 October 2025

Applications to this course have now closed.

What will I learn during this course?

– A blend of analogue, digital and technical design skills
– Research methods, brief development and creative design development
– Communication skills including social media and client pitching
– Contextual design studies, product analysis and design thinking
– Final self-directed project covering the full design process

Proficiency in industry-standard software, including:

– Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign)
– Rhino and Grasshopper for parametric design
– KeyShot for rendering
– Blender for animation and visualisation

Use of AI tools relevant to design practice, including:

– Vizcom for real-time AI-assisted concept sketching and rendering
– Runway ML and DALL·E for visual play and concept generation
– Midjourney for speculative design and precedents board creation
– Figma AI plugins for workflow optimisation and collaborative design

What are the requirements?

– A-levels or equivalent qualifications
– A portfolio demonstrating creative potential
– A personal statement

What facilities and resources are available?

– Live projects with industry partners, allowing students to work on real-world briefs and gain professional feedback
– Support from prominent industry mentors
– Library - physical and online resources
– Istituto Marangoni Student Portal and App
– Fully equipped workshops for prototyping, model-making and materials and processes familiarity
– 3D-printing labs and laser cutting facilities
– Access to digital fabrication tools, 3D scanning equipment and VR/AR technologies for immersive design development
– Dedicated computer labs with software such as SolidWorks, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite and AI-enhanced design tools like Vizcom and Midjourney
– Regular guest lectures, studio visits and networking events with leading designers and brands
– An optional industry (sandwich) year, providing immersive experience within design studios or companies

What career prospects can I expect upon graduating?

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Product Design course at Istituto Marangoni are equipped with a versatile and industry-relevant skill set that opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the global design sector including:

– Product Designer – working across furniture, consumer goods and lifestyle products
– Industrial Designer – focusing on and planet-centred design
– Design Researcher – applying research methods to inform design strategy and innovation
– UX/UI Designer – especially for physical-digital hybrid products and smart devices
– Design Strategist or Creative Consultant – advising industry on design direction and innovation
– Entrepreneur or Independent Designer – launching personal design ventures or studios

Graduate Advantages include real-world experience through live projects, exposure to London's design ecosystem and a portfolio showcasing technical and conceptual design capabilities.

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