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On this course you’ll discover how model making can allow you to explore the potential of a project, helping you to think in 3D and ignite your imagination. It’s an engaging and creative opportunity to extend your practical skills through a variety of drawing and modelling techniques. You’ll explore the rich and varied history of furniture design from around the world, practice drawing and model making and examine the construction methods and materials used to inspire designs. The course is ideal for beginners to the more experienced. With access to...

On this course, you’ll learn the basics of the computer programmes needed for effective 2D and 3D design on the PC. Programmes taught will include AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Solid Works. It's a course that is very useful for designers and professionals working in 2D and 3D who have had little design software experience. It can also support other studies, if you feel your CAD skills are in need of a boost. To attend this course you must understand basic computer functions and file navigation – this is not...

On this practical, Apple Mac-based course, you’ll learn how to experiment with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to enhance your creativity and technical skills to create innovative digital textile designs and patterns. This course is ideal for textile and fashion print designers at the start of their career. So long as you’ve an interest in textiles, fashion or surface pattern design you’ll be welcome to attend. The course leader will teach specific skills related to your own requirements. On this course, you will: - learn how to digitise and develop your...

On this practical, Apple Mac-based course, you’ll learn how to experiment with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to enhance your creativity and technical skills to create innovative digital textile designs and patterns. This course is ideal for textile and fashion print designers at the start of their career. So long as you’ve an interest in textiles, fashion or surface pattern design you’ll be welcome to attend. The course leader will teach specific skills related to your own requirements. On this course, you will: - learn how to digitise and develop your...

Take your 2D and 3D design skills to the next level and build your confidence using CAD programs to enhance your work and CV. Aimed at those who have attended a beginners’ class at NTU or elsewhere, or have prior experience in the software through work or studies, this course will further extend your knowledge of CAD. The course will concentrate on AutoCAD and SolidWorks, with optional Photoshop and Illustrator support if you need it. This course is very useful for anyone interested in 2D or 3D design, who already...

On this course, you’ll learn about model-making and how new digital technologies are being used to enhance physical prototyping and visual presentation techniques. You’ll develop your skills in traditional drawing and model making, whilst applying a variety of digital technologies including photography, CAD, laser-cutting, 3D printing and VR. It's ideal for anyone interested in further studies in architecture, product design or visual arts. The course will introduce you to traditional and new techniques commonly needed for the evolving world of model-making and prototyping. You’ll learn how to develop and present...

Explore contemporary approaches to car design on this unique one-week course. The car industry has seen rapid changes to how vehicles are designed: whilst the trend is to use digital technologies to create visuals, every great car design begins with an idea on paper. On this course you’ll build confidence in getting your ideas down on paper and develop fundamental design skills. You’ll take your ideas from sketches into perspective drawings that could be used by 3D modellers in the design process. The course is ideal if you’re interested in...

Are you convinced you can’t draw? Do you struggle to come up with unique ideas? Fear of failure is a large part of why we struggle when working on new creative projects. This course is ideal for anyone who’d like to overcome this fear and improve their drawing and design skills in a supportive and enjoyment studio environment. It’s relevant to anyone studying or planning to apply to a design subject at college or university. Creative thinking is the ability to think without constraint and to be able to explore...

This course is a series of practical workshops that'll introduce you to product design and innovation, from idea to manufacture. You'll develop your design and interpersonal skills and consider new ways of thinking and better team building – essential tools for successful product design. Several small projects will be completed as individuals and in teams throughout the week, developing your skills as a designer in a variety of different fields. On this course you will: - explore how to develop your innovation skills and provide solutions to design problems -...

This course provides you with technical skills related to interior design and, most importantly, the application of computer-aided design within the profession. It’s an ideal opportunity to enhance existing interior design skills, and is perfect if you’re new to CAD and want to add this valuable knowledge to your work and CV. During the three days, the various practical elements will give you an understanding of the key skills required to bring a project together. The step-by-step processes will help you make informed design decisions based on the opportunities and...