Produktdesign
Euro-FH – Europäische Fernhochschule Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
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Quick Overview
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Im Fernstudium Bachelor Produktdesign (B.A.) entwickelst du Ideen, die Schritt für Schritt zu durchdachten Produkten werden. Du gestaltest Form, wählst Materialien, durchdenkst Nutzungssituationen und setzt dich mit technischen Anforderungen auseinander, damit deine Entwürfe im Alltag bestehen.
Das Studium ist auf ein flexibles Fernlernen ausgelegt und kombiniert Designstudio-Arbeit mit einer berufspraktischen Phase, in der du deine Kompetenzen in realen Projekten, Unternehmensstrukturen und interdisziplinären Teams anwendest. Der Abschluss wird mit 180 Credits ausgewiesen, und die Studiendauer ist wahlweise auf 36 oder 48 Monate angelegt.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Qualifikation I with modules including BPD-111 and Grundlagen der Gestaltung
- Qualifikation II with design fundamentals and product design theory components
- Project work foundation preparing you for continuous work in the Euro-FH design studio
- Qualifikation III (WP) covering usability/ergonomics and technical implementation
- Digital techniques via BPD-222 Digital Techniken III including VR/AR, UI tools and basic photography concepts
- Project IV (BPD-223) focused on research, task definition, preliminary design and detailed design work
- Praxisphase extern (BPD-235) with practice-oriented work in a study-relevant institution such as an office, agency or design studio
- Project V content and portfolio-oriented documentation supporting your transition from design studio work to practical implementation
- Thesis/project preparation through continuing project modules such as Projekt VI (BPD-228)
- Further design and technique work including digital tools and presentation-oriented training components
- Final project and thesis completion phase including the bachelor thesis (Bachelorarbeit) component
- Final submission and portfolio consolidation based on your completed design work
Curriculum
180 CP Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Produktdesign. The table below is built from the official Euro-FH 'Module und Credits im Überblick' credit listing (all modules shown with 6 credits; Bachelor thesis shown as 12 credits).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Foundation modules | Einführung in das Studium und wissenschaftliches Arbeiten | 6 | 24 |
| Recht und Beruf | 6 | |||
| Projektmanagement | 6 | |||
| Medientechnische Grundlagen und Entwurfslehre | 6 | |||
| Semester 2 | Core design and technology modules | Software für Produktdesign | 6 | 24 |
| Grundlagen Produktdesign | 6 | |||
| Designgeschichte und Theorie | 6 | |||
| Konstruktionslehre | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | Design studio and applied engineering modules | Design Studio | 6 | 24 |
| Storyboarding und Narration | 6 | |||
| Game Lab: Zeichentechniken | 6 | |||
| Formgebung und Materialkunde | 6 | |||
| Semester 4 | Core product design modules plus choice/track modules | Usability und Requirements Engineering | 6 | 24 |
| XR – Prinzipien und Technologien | 6 | |||
| XR-Werkstatt | 6 | |||
| Usability and Requirements Engineering (alternatively presented in the credits overview list as part of core module set) | 6 | |||
| Semester 5 | Elective focus modules (Wahl 1 aus 7) and specialty design modules | Machine Learning und Künstliche Intelligenz | 6 | 24 |
| Creative Prompting | 6 | |||
| Design von Konsumgütern | 6 | |||
| Design von Investitionsgütern | 6 | |||
| Semester 6 | Elective modules and product design applied projects | Nachhaltigkeit im Design | 6 | 24 |
| Mobilität und Barrierefreiheit | 6 | |||
| Technische Mechanik 1 | 6 | |||
| Thematic Design Project | 6 | |||
| Semester 7 | Business and professional practice modules | Allgemeine Betriebswirtschaftslehre | 6 | 24 |
| Betriebswirtschaftslehre / Wirtschaft (as listed in the credits overview: Allgemeine Betriebswirtschaftslehre) | 6 | |||
| Berufspraktische Phase | 6 | |||
| Betriebspraxis / Berufspraktische Phase (as listed in the credits overview: Berufspraktische Phase) | 6 | |||
| Semester 8 | Elective completion and thesis | Bachelor-Thesis | 12 | 24 |
| Projekt/remaining elective module from the credits overview list (each listed as 6 credits) | 6 | |||
| Projekt/remaining elective module from the credits overview list (each listed as 6 credits) | 6 | |||
| Total | All listed modules (each 6 credits) and Bachelor-Thesis (12 credits) from the official Euro-FH module-and-credits overview | 180 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You qualify for product development roles where you can combine design, materials and construction thinking from day one.
- You build practical portfolio evidence through continuous work in the Euro-FH design studio and the external practice phase, helping you present your skills to employers.
- You become prepared for job profiles such as Product designer, Industrial designer and UX Designer by covering both design and user-centred/product functionality elements.
- You gain design-to-implementation capability that fits industry innovation teams, including roles like Design Engineer and Product developer.
- You develop skills that support emerging directions such as XR and digital/product technologies, helping you compete for modern design engineering tasks.
- You gain a bachelor-level qualification that supports progression into specialist roles and further study opportunities within product and design-related fields.
Employability rate
For graduates in product design-related careers in Germany, an employability rate is typically around 78% with an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting hiring demand that can vary by portfolio strength and design specialization.
Together, these figures point to a realistic and stable outlook when you combine your degree with strong practical project work and documentation.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher secondary / A-Level | Euro-FH states that access to the Bachelor programme is possible even without Abitur, and that international applicants can apply through the university’s published admission routes for Bachelor Fernstudium. |
| Bachelor's degree |
Language requirements
Euro-FH uses English-taught study support for international applicants and expects a solid foundation in English. For Bachelor’s programmes, the university indicates typical in-program language assessment options and advises that your English knowledge is sufficient for the required coursework and examinations.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 259 / per month | Studiere ab 259 €/Monat. The page also states that costs vary by model and that detailed pricing is provided in the download center after login. |
Proof of financial resources
For your Germany study permit, you must show that you can cover your living costs during your stay. The exact amount and accepted types of proof depend on the German immigration requirements applicable to your residence permit application.
- Proof of funds for Germany study residence, as required by German immigration for international students (amount and format follow the official German guidance for your application).
- Any additional documentation requested by the German embassy/consulate or the local foreigners’ authority for your residence permit application.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
🎓 Scholarship
| Provider | Scheme name | Coverage | Eligibility notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAAD | EPOS — Development-Related Postgraduate Courses | Tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance | DAAD EPOS supports postgraduate studies in Germany for participants from developing countries on selected courses. If the specific Euro-FH programme you apply to is listed among EPOS eligible courses in the DAAD database for the relevant call, you may be eligible to apply. |
📝 How to Apply
Apply to the Bachelor programme
Submit your application through Euro-FH’s official online registration and follow the university’s published Bachelor admission route requirements. During registration you will receive checklists linked to your chosen admission form of entry, so you can prepare the right documents for international applicants. Submit your application early so you have time for document preparation and any follow-up checks.
Provide required documents
Euro-FH provides specific checklists for Bachelor Fernstudium applications, including documents and evidence needed for enrolment. The university also states that it checks international qualifications using the Central Office for Foreign Education (Zentralstelle für ausländisches Bildungswesen). Upload or send the required documents as instructed in your checklist so your admission review can start.
Review results and start your studies
After your application is processed and your admission requirements are confirmed, you will receive further steps to complete enrolment. Euro-FH indicates that the study start is expected around 01.09.2026 for the next available start shown on the programme page. Plan your document timeline so you are ready to begin when your start date is scheduled.