VR for Designers

Level(s) of Study: Short course
Course Fee:
£355
Start Date(s): 17 July 2025, 30 September 2025, 20 January 2026, 14 April 2026
Duration: Thursday and Friday 10 am - 4 pm, two days or Tuesdays 6 - 8:30 pm, four weeks
Study Mode(s): Part-time
Campus: City Campus
Entry Requirements: More information

Introduction:

Course dates:

17 - 18 July 2025, Thursday and Friday 10 am - 4 pm

30 September - 21 October 2025, Tuesdays 6 - 8:30 pm

20 January - 10 February 2026, Tuesdays 6 - 8:30 pm

14 April - 5 May 2026, Tuesdays 6 - 8:30 pm

Step into the cutting-edge world of Virtual Reality (VR) and bring your ideas to life exactly as you envision them, in 3D.

This course is ideal for industry designers, educators, and anyone with an interest in exploring the potential of VR, offering valuable applications across a wide range of fields including architecture, interior design, product design, footwear and automotive design, fashion, and UX design.

Explore the limitless possibilities of Gravity Sketch, the revolutionary VR-based 3D modelling software used by top brands like Ford, Adidas, and VW to push the boundaries of innovation, and gain the skills to create, visualise, and present your design concepts with clarity and impact. Imagine impressing clients and colleagues with immersive, detailed 3D models that bring your ideas to life like never before.

You’ll be guided through a series of hands-on learning and expert instruction, starting with foundational VR setup and progressing to advanced Gravity Sketch tools. Along the way, you’ll develop your own personal project—taking it from an initial concept to a polished presentation, culminating in a mock concept review where your designs will shine.

You’ll be part of a design community in our creative studio culture; one that promotes discussion and collaboration, and encourages experimentation and the constant swapping of ideas.
With a limited class size you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your designs at home or work.
Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the profession and significant experience working in varied practices.
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge.

What you’ll study

On this course you’ll learn how to leverage VR to create detailed, immersive 3D models with the Gravity Sketch software in preparation to implement it into your workflow. Over the two days you’ll be learning several new tools and to put this into practice, you gradually develop a personal project from initial ideation to finished concept which upon completion will be combined alongside the class to create a mock concept review.

During this course, you will:

understand the use of VR in design
set up and navigate VR equipment with confidence
practice using the Gravity Sketch interface and core tools
get to grips with intuitive ideation techniques, surface modelling, and environment setup
learn how to integrate Gravity Sketch with CAD and other 3D design software for enhanced efficiency
use Gravity Sketch's presentation tools and enhance your visuals with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to deliver compelling client demonstrations.

This course isn’t just about learning software; it’s about transforming the way you design. By the end, you’ll be equipped to use VR independently, enabling you to unlock bold new levels of creativity and collaboration in your projects.

By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to confidently use VR as a design tool and integrate VR into your existing workflow. You’ll be able to create 3D models that can enhance client presentations, offering a unique, immersive experience.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll study during the course:

Immerse yourself in the exciting potential of VR as a tool for design. Explore how VR is transforming industries like architecture, product design, and fashion, and gain insights into its role in streamlining creative workflows.

Hardware and Setup: Learn how to set up and navigate VR equipment, ensuring you’re confident with the tools of the trade.
Introduction to Gravity Sketch: Get hands-on with the software, mastering the core tools for sketching, ideation, and 3D modelling in a VR environment.
Ideation and Exploration: Experiment with creating simple 3D models and environments, laying the groundwork for more advanced design concepts.

You’ll have a solid grasp of the basics, ready to build on your skills and integrate VR into your creative practice.

Take your skills to the next level as you dive deeper into Gravity Sketch’s advanced tools and explore how VR can enhance every stage of your design workflow.

Advanced Gravity Sketch Features: Learn techniques like surface modelling, detail refinement, and environment setup to create highly polished, immersive 3D models.
Workflow Integration: Discover how to export and integrate your VR creations into CAD and other industry-standard 3D design software, ensuring compatibility and efficiency.
Engaging Presentations: Use Gravity Sketch’s powerful presentation tools alongside Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to craft impactful visuals that captivate clients and stakeholders.
Mock Concept Review: Collaborate with peers to showcase your finished project, gaining valuable feedback and insights into professional concept presentation.

By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with advanced VR skills, a refined personal project, and the confidence to use VR as a powerful tool in your design workflow.

How you’re taught

This course combines demonstrations, hands-on activities, and project-based learning.

You’ll benefit from guided exercises, group feedback, and independent work time to practise your skills. The course structure balances theory and practical applications, allowing you to build confidence within VR and Gravity Sketch.

This course will be delivered in person on Nottingham Trent University city campus.

Contact hours

You will receive 10 contact hours of quality tuition with an experienced tutor.

Tutor profile:

Priten Chauhan is a certified Gravity Sketch Trainer and Lead Trainer at Mesh Training.

Priten has extensive experience in Gravity Sketch and VR implementation across several design disciplines such as transport, architecture, and product design.

He has guided several clients including Manchester Met University and TH Köln to leverage VR and streamline their workflows to enhance client engagement. His expertise and interactive approach make what is considered to be a complex tool more accessible.

Careers and employability

Completing this course equips you with cutting-edge skills in Gravity Sketch, a rapidly evolving software embraced by industry leaders like Ford, New Balance, VW, Adidas, and Puma, opening doors to careers in design innovation across sectors such as automotive, footwear, fashion, and product design.

Certificate of attendance and digital badge

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge powered by Accredible.

Your digital credential is more than just a certificate – it’s secure, verifiable, and protected against fraud through encryption and blockchain technology.

They also come with detailed metadata, including an overview of the skills you have achieved on the course, evidence of completion, and assessment criteria if appropriate.

Share your achievements seamlessly with friends, customers, and potential employers online, and proudly add your badge or certificate to social media platforms such as LinkedIn, so all the right people can see it.

Campus and facilities

You will be based in the School of Architecture, Design and Built Environment on the City Campus.

You’ll work in our spacious IT suites equipped with industry standard software including AutoCAD, SolidWorks and Adobe Creative Cloud.

You will receive an email one week before the course starts with joining instructions on where to go for the first day.

You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing.

Entry requirements

Level: Beginner

Entry requirement: No software experience is required, although you must have basic computer skills and be familiar with Windows operating systems and file management.

You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.

Fees and funding

The fee for this course is £355.

Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.

Secure your place with a deposit - If you're booking more than two months before the course starts, we can accept a £200 deposit to secure your place, and the balance is due one month before the course starts.

Your course fees cover the cost of studies, including great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.

You will need to bring with you:

notebook and pen
You’re welcome to bring your own laptop and/or VR headset, however all hardware and software will be provided.

You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.

Need accommodation for a week long summer course?

Accommodation can be booked separately to the course; the rooms are only a few minutes’ walk from our studios and classrooms, and cost £259 per week.

These are single rooms with a private bathroom in shared apartments in Nottingham Trent University’s city campus accommodation, which is ideal if you're looking to be based in Nottingham's lively city centre and want an economical place to stay.

Find out more and book your accommodation here.