Furniture Design and Make (FdA)

Oxford Brookes University

United Kingdom, Oxford

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Oxford Brookes University

United Kingdom , Oxford

Key Facts

Program Level

Foundation

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

W261

Campuses

City of Oxford College

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 9,900 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Furniture Design and Make (FdA)

About

Overview

This foundation degree in Furniture Design and Make has been developed by Oxford Brookes University and City of Oxford College, where the course is delivered. It is linked closely with the furniture industry and aims to inspire creativity in design and excellence in craftsmanship through work related study.

Situated in the Rycotewood Furniture Centre, our students develop skills as creative thinkers and makers who innovate furniture craft through the exploration of materials and skills. This programme balances design, craft and theory to nurture furniture designers and makers of excellent ability. Students can progress to employment or further study with a broad understanding of the processes involved in the design and craft of furniture.

To find out more about what it is like to study at an Oxford Brookes partner college, visit our partnership course pages.

We are Top 10 in the UK: FdA Furniture Design and Make is ranked 3rd in the Guardian Graphic Design subject league ranking 2025.

Furniture Design and Make, BA top up degree course delivered by the School of Arts at Oxford Brookes University

Disciplines

School of Arts

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Specific entry requirements

Students interested in applying for this course should normally have the following:

Either:

a minimum of the equivalent of two years’ full-time relevant work experience and a current role in an appropriate workplace setting
evidence of ability to study at academic Level 4
evidence of support from their employer and recommendation;

Or:

a minimum of one A-level at grade C plus the equivalent of 5 GCSE passes at C grade or above normally including Mathematics and English Language - or a recognised equivalent vocationally related qualification, or;
A National Diploma in General Art and Design, or;
An Art Foundation course, or;
Level 3 City and Guilds Diploma in Furniture, or;
Access to Art and Design

Please also see the University's general entry requirements.

English Program Requirements

Please also see the University's standard English language requirements.

Career

Careers

You will be equipped with the theoretical understanding and the practical expertise needed to undertake work in a variety of roles within the furniture design and make industry. You will widen your knowledge and experience and gain insight into the many organisations that provide employment opportunities.

Our graduates have been successful in gaining employment as furniture makers, furniture designers and furniture CAD technicians with local, national and international companies. Others have set up their own design studios and some well-known alumni have gone on to make essential contributions to the industry.

You can also apply to continue your study with us on our BA (Hons) Furniture Design and Make when you have successfully completed the Foundation Degree.