Focuses of this course of study
Designing product cultures to add value
The study course offers practice-oriented, interdisciplinary and individually tailored training in small groups.
A particular focus lies on the promotion of aesthetic design awareness, methodical shaping and the systematic development of a three-dimensional design practice, which are specifically promoted and methodically tested, especially in the 2nd year of study.
Studying Product Design/ Ceramic and Glass Design means desig- ning and simulating scenarios and offers as well as skilfully combining creative innovation with technical and craftmanship expertise with a strong focus on the key materials. The prototypical realisation results in speculative artefacts or applied product ideas.
We understand the cultural significance, value and materiality of the key materials as an opportunity to find answers to questions about a sustainable and value-adding approach to the products around us and
a sensual reduction in the use of materials.
The degree course maintains close partnerships with leading companies and institutions in the porcelain, ceramics and glass industries. This gives students access to real projects, internships and contacts in the industry.
Students in the Product Design/ Ceramic and Glass Design programme are prepared for their future field of work during their studies through experimental and product-related design projects. Graduates work in design offices, agencies and companies or are self-employed as studio designers and design the world of tomorrow.
Course structure
Standard period of Bachelor study: 8 semesters
A special feature at BURG is the well-founded, interdisciplinary basic studies. In the first two semesters, you will study the creative and artistic basics together with students from Fashion, Communication and Textile Design as well as Industrial Design, Design of Playing and Learning, Inter- ior Architecture and Multimedia Design.
From the second year onwards, you will study Product Design /Ceramic and Glass Design in specific design projects on various topics. From the 5th semester onwards, you will study together with students from higher semesters in mixed projects.
In addition, lectures introduce you to design theory, the history of art, design and architecture, the psychology of design as well as philosophy and aesthetics. In seminars you will deepen your knowledge of business start-ups, business management and copyright.
The bachelor thesis consists of a design-practical and a written part and concludes your studies.
The 8-semester course begins in the winter semes- ter. The admission test is held every year in March. The BURG also offers an advanced Master’s course in Product Design and Design of Porcelain, Ceramics and Glass.
Prerequisites
General qualification for university entrance, and artistic suitability. Three- Six-month pre-university practical experience period in a relevant area as a minimum. Exceptions: The general qualification for university entrance can be waived in cases of exceptional talent combined with professional experience.
Degree
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
