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BDes Digital Design

Ulster University

About this course

BDes (Hons) in Fashion Design, covering visual communication and digital practice. Core topics include Project Management and Ethics & Professional Practice. An optional placement year of at least 25 weeks is available, resulting in a Diploma in Professional Studies. Final-year students undertake a Major Project to create a substantial portfolio piece.

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Institution
Ulster University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BDes (Hons) Digital Design
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
2D13
Typical offer
A-level CCC

Entry requirements

A level: CCC

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What students say

Based on about 6 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 75%
  • Learning opportunities: 78%
  • Assessment and feedback: 77%
  • Academic support: 83%
  • Organisation and management: 54%
  • Learning resources: 69%
  • Student voice: 81%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Continued on course: 80%
  • Left higher education: 20%

What graduates do next

Based on about 5 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 75%
  • Working and studying: 10%

Most common jobs

  • Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 70%
  • Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
  • Elementary occupations: 10%
  • Business and public service associate professionals: 10%

Who gets in

Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • A levels: 70%
  • Other HE qualification: 30%

Modules

  • Interaction Design Fundamentals
  • Design History
  • Exploring Identity
  • Visual Imaging and Interaction
  • Content Design
  • Professional Practice
  • User Experience and Service Design
  • Playful Interactions
  • International Academic Studies
  • Placement
  • Major Project
  • Research and Writing
  • Design Presentation

Questions about this course

What do graduates of BDes Digital Design at Ulster University do next?

85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on BDes Digital Design at Ulster University?

75% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for BDes Digital Design at Ulster University?

The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 113 UCAS points.

Does BDes Digital Design at Ulster University include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.

How many students continue on BDes Digital Design at Ulster University?

80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.