We encourage a fresh and innovative approach to work, and students will be able to determine their own projects through their experience of modules such as: Business, Planning and Marketing, CAD/CAM Design Analysis, Furniture Design and Make, Materials Technology Production Methods and Techniques, Production Technology, Visual Communication. This course is delivered by Burnley College.
Start Date/s
15/09/2025
Cost Information
Years 1 and 2 (delivered at Burnley College): The standard full time tuition fee rate per year for this course in 2023/24 for UK students is £9000.
Entry Requirements
Our typical offer is 104-112 UCAS Points. We operate a flexible admissions policy and treat everyone as an individual. This means that we will take into consideration your educational achievements and predicted grades (where applicable) together with your application as a whole, including work experience and personal statement. General Studies accepted. 1 GCSE ‘A’ level in an appropriate subject plus 4 GCSE A, B or C grade or equivalent; BTEC National Diploma in Furniture Studies or; BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design or; GNVQ Art and Design or; NVQ Level 3 Furniture Studies or; City and Guilds Advances Furniture Studies or; Demonstrable relevant experience and commitment demonstrated through interview. Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications, relevant work or life experience and who can demonstrate the ability to cope with and benefit from degree-level studies, are welcome and these applicants will be interviewed.
Modules
1. Visual Communication
2. Design Analysis
3. Production Methods and Techniques
4. Furniture Design and Make
5. Workplace Module
6. Production Science and Technology
7. Business Planning and Marketing
8. Self Initiated Work
9. CAD/CAM
10. Project (40 credits)
11. Design and Make 2
Assessment
Teaching, learning and assessment approaches have been designed to promote the transfer of learning between modules and between academic and work-based activities. Personal and professional development and the integration of learning are promoted through the use of a learning contract. Teaching is normally delivered by a mixture of formal lectures, seminars, workshops, case studies, and field visits supported by live project work. There are visiting lecturers from industry and you may additionally enjoy the opportunity to attend site visits and presentations given by employers and specialists. Assessment involves a combination of coursework, presentation exercises, and examinations.
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