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Course type
Degree  
Credits
360  
How long it takes
Full-time study – 3 years
Part-time study – 6 years
Time limit – 16 years
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Study method
Distance learning
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BA/BSc (Honours) Design and Innovation

Course code: Q61

Design and innovation isn’t just about creating things. It’s about finding creative solutions to problems that affect every aspect of our lives. With our design and innovation degree, you’ll learn how to use design thinking to make things better for people, places and our planet, developing the creative mindset and skills employers increasingly demand. You’ll also have the flexibility to combine design with a complementary subject of your choice – from engineering to the arts – to build a BA or BSc qualification that’s unique to your passions and career goals.

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Start dates
Credit transfer: apply by 14/08/2025
Credit transfer: apply by 04/12/2025

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