The department is embedded in industry through practice, consultancy and research and has specialisms ranging from materials to medical devices and virtual reality to robotics.
We deliver world-class research that changes people’s lives. We develop revolutionary medical products to improve people’s health. We create sustainable technologies to support developing nations, helping people make water from air and cook food in ovens powered only by the sun.
Our degree courses are renowned in industry for their quality and relevant to practice, embodied by our professional accreditations and track record in producing successful, industry-ready design graduates who are making an impact on the industry across the world.
Our academic offices and workshops are based in the Maudslay building, right in the heart of the University's City Campus. If you’re interested in visiting, studying, or working with us, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Study with us
Undergraduate and postgraduate study
Our courses balance theory and practice to address the challenges of modern design. We’ll give you the support to develop as a creative and analytical thinker, and the freedom to discover and progress your own individual design style, vision and philosophy.
Creative short courses
We offer a range of introductory and professional-level courses delivered by expert tutors at our City Campus. It includes daytime, evening and Saturday classes throughout the year, as well as intensive courses during July and August.
Course accreditation
Our BA (Hons) Product Design, BA (Hons) Furniture and Product Design, MA Design: Products and Furniture and MSc Design: Products and Technology courses are accredited by the Chartered Society of Designers (CSD).
Our BSc (Hons) Product Design and MSc Design: Products and Technology courses are accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED).
Latest news
Showcase 2026 celebrates ’creativity, skill and commitment’ of NTU students
Sat 20 Jun 2026
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International opportunities
We are committed to developing a culture of internationalisation and making a contribution to the world through everything we do. Find out more about the impact we have on student experience, research, student and staff mobility, partnerships, collaborations, and our global alumni network.
Upcoming events
21
Sep
Showcase: Product Design Masters celebration event
Old Chemistry Theatre, Old Chemistry Theatre, Newton Building, Goldsmith Street, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, NG1 4BU
22
Sep
Showcase: Product Design Masters public viewing
Old Chemistry Theatre, Newton Building, Goldsmith Street, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, NG1 4BU
Our Research Groups and Centres
Product Innovation and Intelligent Design
The Product Innovation and Intelligent Design research group drives global impact through AI-powered product innovation, sustainable design, and cutting-edge research for a circular economy.
Advanced Design and Manufacturing Engineering Centre (ADMEC)
The Advanced Design and Manufacturing Engineering Centre advances engineering and circularity for sustainable buildings, production, and society with global research funding.
The Creative and Virtual Technologies Lab
The Creative and Virtual Technologies Lab is a multidisciplinary research environment where architects, artists, designers, engineers, computer scientists and human scientists collaborate to explore the potential of new visualisation techniques and digital design models and processes. This will enhance the quality of our buildings and cities in a sustainable way meeting user expectations.
Sustainable Consumption Research Group
Sustainable Consumption is a multidisciplinary research group that focuses on people’s influence on sustainability as users of products and services, ranging from consumer durables and clothing to buildings.
Featured facility: Newton and Arkwright
Find out more about ADBE
School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment Facilities
From dedicated studios to materials and prototyping workshops, see the spaces you'll get to use on your course in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
Creating a sustainable future
Learn about how we're building a more sustainable future in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment.
Services to business in the built environment
Our expert teams in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment (ADBE) offer a range of business services – including training solutions, facilities, applied research and consultancy.