Design (R63)
Open UniversityDesign (R63) BDes (Hon) is an undergraduate degree at Open University, based in Milton Keynes, taught distance learning over 6 years.
About this course
Design shapes our world. From the products and services we use to the systems that make up our society. Our design degree (BDes) will nurture your creativity, develop your problem-solving and help you turn ideas into action. You’ll learn through practical projects that introduce you to the world of professional design across industries – from designing a humble T-shirt to tackling real-world problems facing our future. By the end, you’ll have a respected degree, a professional portfolio and the technical and creative skills needed to launch you into your chosen career.
Key features
- Explore how design thinking can drive positive change for people, places and our planet
- Develop a toolkit of technical and creative skills to support your design career
- Learn from practising design experts and build a professional portfolio of creative solutions
- Collaborate, experiment, share ideas and grow your network through our online studio
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Design (with Honours) - BDes (Hon)
- Study Mode
- Distance learning
- Duration
- 6 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Milton Keynes
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Art, Fashion, textiles, and jewellery, Graphic design, Product design, Engineering and technology
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ