Bachelor Of Arts (honours) Design Technology And Innovation in Athlone Institute of Technology, Ireland

Bachelor Of Arts (honours) Design Technology And Innovation in Athlone Institute of Technology

Why take this course?

In today’s world, design and innovation play a huge role well beyond the creative industries – finding solutions to problems that impact upon every aspect of our lives. Given this rapid pace of change, the agile providers of products and services have to constantly blend design, technical, business and innovation skills to remain competitive. This exciting honours degree in Design with Product Innovation is a new CAO offering.

What opportunities might it lead to?

The future career opportunities for graduates from this programme are bright. Design has never been more valued as an economic force, nor has it been as culturally influential as it is now. Startup companies increasingly recognise the value of including designers in the early stages of business development. Design’s adaptability in continuously evolving environments is what makes its practices relevant in times of change. Financial companies and management consultancies now have their own design teams, and include “design” in their service portfolios. Large corporations are bolstering their in-house design capabilities, and appointing designers to executive roles.

Examples of recent vacancies advertised by leading companies in this field include:

• Web Designer

• Content Designer

• Human-centered Designer

• Environmental Designer

• Creative Designer