Bachelor in BSC PRODUCT DESIGN AND INNOVATION

For Bachelor in BSC PRODUCT DESIGN AND INNOVATION, the deadline to apply for the Oct 2027 intake is Jul 1, 2027; tuition comes to 15,000 EUR per year.

Degree Overview

Students of Product Design and Innovation develop creative, artistic, and analytical skills while gaining a deep understanding of materials, manufacturing technologies, and user and human-centered design. The programme supports the development of products that are functional, feasible, and responsive to the needs of people and society.

The programme is a practical, studio-based course that includes project-based learning, workshops, CAD laboratory sessions, and group work. Students engage in both individual and collaborative projects, developing a balance of independent design skills and teamwork.

Studio subjects cover visualization, freehand drawing and rendering, computer modeling and digital rendering, as well as model making and prototyping using a range of traditional and digital tools.

The interdisciplinary nature of the programme allows students to explore design through engineering, business, and social innovation perspectives. This prepares graduates to address complex design problems that require creative thinking, technical understanding, and commercial awareness.

Academic staff include experienced designers and entrepreneurs with expertise across a range of industries, including medical devices, consumer services, electronics, user interfaces, sports equipment, and homeware.

Students engage with real clients through industry-linked projects, providing meaningful experience in responding to professional briefs and working within real-world constraints.

The programme includes the option of a six-month, full-time work placement in a relevant employment setting or a study abroad opportunity through the Erasmus programme. Placement support is offered through the University's Placement Office, International Office, and departmental placement coordinators.

Maynooth University sits just 25 kilometres from Dublin in County Kildare, combining the calm of a historic college town with easy access to Ireland's capital. Founded in 1795 and now one of the nation’s fastest growing universities, Maynooth hosts a diverse community of more than 17,600 students, offering a welcoming campus that blends tradition and modern facilities. International students find a compact, navigable environment that supports focused study while remaining close to internships, cultural sites and the business hub of Dublin.

Academically, Maynooth is recognised for research-informed teaching across humanities, sciences and social sciences, with personalised class sizes that help students build strong relationships with faculty. The university emphasises employability and practical learning, connecting students with local employers and research projects that reflect Ireland’s vibrant economy. Student services include language support, career guidance and a range of clubs and societies that ease the transition to university life and foster friendships across cultures.

For prospective international applicants, Maynooth offers an environment that balances academic rigour with pastoral care and a clear route to professional networks. Affordable living compared with central Dublin, efficient transport links and active student support make it a practical choice for those seeking quality education in Ireland. Whether aiming for research, professional qualification or further study, Maynooth presents a focused, student-centred pathway with strong links to industry and community life.