Design (T54)

Open University
Undergraduate CertHE Distance learning 1-2 Years ArtFashion, textiles, and jewelleryGraphic designProduct designEngineering and technology

About this course

Our Certificate of Higher Education in Design introduces you to design thinking and skills you can apply in different contexts. It explores the creative thinking and practices used in design, outlining design competencies and transferable skills for professional applications. You’ll explore design as a catalyst for change and understand how it can be used effectively to tackle various societal challenges. You’ll undertake projects that help you build design skills and develop your own design identity as you begin to compile your professional portfolio..

Key features

  • Build an understanding of design thinking and skills and their applications in diverse contexts

  • Begin to recognise the potential of design to respond to societal opportunities and challenges

  • Develop your confidence and ability to work on projects and to respond to feedback constructively

  • Recognise the value of design capabilities as transferable skills and as part of your professional development

  • Begin to frame your own design identity and values.
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    2126 Aerospace engineers
    2123 Electrical engineers
    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2122 Mechanical engineers
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    1-2 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