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Product Design Course Attracting Lots Of Student Enquiries Says Distance Learning Provider
Released on: September 26, 2011, 3:49 pm The Interactive Design Institute, the UK’s leading provider of online qualifications in Art & Design is experiencing a high level of interest in their innovative online Product Design course. “Our admissions team is receiving a significant number of enquiries from students looking for an online degree course in Product Design and ultimately, a career in Product Design” reports Michael Stewart, a director with IDI “Our Product Design qualification has been specifically developed by the Institute and is accredited by the University of Hertfordshire, one of the UK’s leading universities. At IDI we are confident that our course suits the requirements of students who are aiming to become the Product Designers of the future”. Throughout the world, the UK is recognised for its strong tradition of excellence in design education. UK Product design courses are based on a combination of sound educational methodology and industry practice that, in turn, generates highly sought after designers, hence the demand that is being experienced by IDI staff. The Interactive Design Institute is a collaborative partner of the University of Hertfordshire and currently delivers their Product Design qualification to the level of Certificate in Education following one year’s online study, with the Product Design diploma being awarded after two years online study and finally, the degree after three years online study. Product Design students can opt to study all or part of the degree programme online as they also have the option to study any part of their course on an attendance basis at the University of Hertfordshire. In addition, students can choose to study product design on a full or part time basis. Michael Stewart, director of IDI continues, “Our online Product Design course has been especially written by professional designers, industry practitioners and highly qualified academics for online delivery. Our course is specifically designed to prepare students for employment in a wide range of product design based professions”. Essentially, IDI’s online Product Design course enables students to study towards a
universally recognised degree and therefore entry to a competitive but often
lucrative career. Throughout the course students are encouraged to adopt a
professional attitude to their studies and the working environment is simulated
through a sequence of practical projects which enables them to gain a range of
technical skills and professional knowledge. As with all IDI courses, students are
encouraged to be experimental and take risks in order to push the boundaries within
their own practice. However, this innovative approach is underpinned by solid
research work into historical and contemporary practices. As an increasing number of people are looking to upgrade existing qualifications or retrain with the aim of taking a different career path, distance learning courses and online courses in particular are being seen as an attractive option and Product Design is no exception”. IDI is currently enrolling students for their October 2011intake and if the level of enquiries is indicative, expects demand to be high, particularly as places at attendance based universities in the UK are limited. “We have received a significant number of enquiries for this course and early enrolments from students anxious to secure their place; students who realise the value of a UK based design qualification”, says Stewart, “IDI’s Product Design course provides a thorough grounding for the student who is intent on a career in this area”. New students can apply for the course online at http://www.idesigni.co.uk/apply-now With student fees set to increase significantly over the next 12 months, IDI’s pledge to maintain their current fee structure until after the October 2011 enrolment period is proving attractive to a large number of students. “We are not subject to the same costs as face to face providers and our student fees are therefore much lower”, says Stewart. Contact Details: Michael Stewart
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