Design Crafts BA (Hons)

De Montfort University

United Kingdom, Leicester

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De Montfort University

United Kingdom , Leicester

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

W200

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Sep-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,800 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Sep-2026

Design Crafts BA (Hons)

About

We offer more than a degree — every course is designed with employability and real-world experience at its core.

DMU is one of the few universities where you’ll benefit from a unique block teaching approach.

Enhance your studies and broaden your horizons, and develop new skills with our international experience programme, DMU Global.

Combine traditional craft skills with the latest 2D and 3D CAD technologies on this innovative course, preparing you for a dynamic career in the growing craft and design industries.

This cross-disciplinary course empowers you to explore both directed and self-led projects, encouraging innovative thinking and creative problem-solving. You’ll develop advanced making skills through hands-on learning and material experimentation. Core materials include glass, ceramics, and fine metals, alongside fibre, weave, 3D printing, stitch, wood, print, and mixed media textiles.

With strong industry links, you’ll graduate equipped with the skills and techniques for roles such as designer-maker, jeweller, glassblower, ceramic artist, curator, educator, buyer, and more.

Through industry collaborations and live briefs, students have gained placements with Habitat, Sainsbury’s, Sue Pryke, and Cumbria Crystal.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Typical offer

UCAS points:

112

A Level:

BBC

BTEC Extended Diploma:

DMM

Contextual Offer:

DMU operates a generous contextual offer for students from underrepresented backgrounds in Higher Education.

This is a minimum of one to two grade reduction from our typical offer and full details including eligibility criteria can be found at dmu.ac.uk/contextual

T Levels:

Merit

Access to HE:

Pass with 30 Level 3 credits at Merit

International Baccalaureate (IB):

GCSEs:

5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

English language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

Interview and portfolio

Interview required: No

Portfolio required: Yes

To find out more what we're looking for in a portfolio, head to our portfolio advice page.

Career

Where we could take you

Graduate careers

Design Crafts graduates gain the skills for careers as craftspeople, jewellers, ceramicists, textile artists, designers, researchers, consultants, curators, buyers, stylists, and educators.

Many establish their own workshops, secure roles with brands like Sainsbury’s and Next, or work with leading ceramicists Sue Pryke and Hannah Tounsend. Others collaborate with organisations such as the National Trust, applying their expertise in diverse creative industries. At DMU, you are empowered to follow the right path for you – with access to

Find out how Design Crafts graduate Ellie Barton secured a job with luxury interior design brand deVOL, showcasing the exciting career paths this course can lead to.

Placements

As a Design Crafts student, you can gain practical experience on real-world projects through valuable placements, helping you develop industry-ready skills. Supported by a dedicated careers team and strong industry connections, you’ll enhance your expertise, expand your professional network, and advance your career before graduating.

Our careers team provides tailored mentoring, workshops, and portfolio advice, ensuring you're prepared for diverse roles in the creative industries. Students have secured placements at deVOL Kitchens and Henry Holland, gaining hands-on experience with leading designers.

Combine placement opportunities with live projects, competitions, and industry collaborations - and graduate with the confidence and skills to thrive in your career.