Product Design BS

Major: Product Design
Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Science (BS)
Calendar Type: Quarter
Minimum Required Credits: 191.0
Co-op Options: One Co-op (Four years)
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 11.0105
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 15-1255; 27-1021; 27-1024; 27-1029

About the Program

The Product Design program at Drexel University explores opportunities in the field of Industrial Design, preparing students for exciting and dynamic careers in the ever-evolving world of product development and innovation. This creative and interdisciplinary program combines the fields of art, engineering, technology, psychology, business and sociology to equip students with the skills needed to design the products, services, systems and experiences that shape our daily lives.

Our curriculum is centered on teaching students the technical and innovative skills required to develop products for a wide range of industries. Students have access to a range of fabrication facilities which include the Prod Make Lab, the Hybrid Making Lab, the Smart Product Lab, and Empathic Co-Design Lab. The shops, labs and studios are all collaborative, design-centered spaces, built to promote and sustain the studio culture. Students also gain strategic problem-finding and problem-solving skills that can be applied across various contexts. Through hands-on studio work and design research methods focused on product development, commercialization and user experience, our students develop a comprehensive understanding of a human-centered design process.

One of the unique features of our program is the diverse collaboration opportunities available to students. We encourage our students to address challenges in sustainability, social impact design, health, technology, and interdisciplinary product development and innovation. By working with faculty and peers from various disciplines, our students gain a broad perspective on design and its potential to make a positive impact on the world.

Graduates of the Product Design program are well-prepared for a wide range of creative and in-demand careers. Through the rigorous curriculum and co-op employment experience, our alumni have gone on to successful careers as industrial designers in the following areas: consumer products, furniture design, toy design, medical devices, wearable technology, transportation, user experience/user interface (UX/UI), electronics, design research, project management and environmental design. With a Bachelor of Science in Product Design from Drexel University, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to make your mark in this exciting field.

Students enrolled in the Product Design major are encouraged to pursue a minor outside of Product Design which allows them to apply their design capabilities towards a specific area of expertise and interest.

Additional Information

For more information about this major, visit the College's Product Design page.