School of Design

B.DES. (HONS) Transportation & Mobility Design

B.DES. (HONS) Transportation & Mobility Design

Transportation and mobility are rapidly evolving with advancements in technology, sustainability, and user-centric design. The B.Des. (Hons) Transportation & Mobility Design programme is designed to prepare students to shape the future of movement by combining creativity with engineering awareness and innovation.

The programme introduces students to vehicle design, mobility systems, and user experience, covering areas such as sketching, digital modelling, materials, and ergonomics. Through studio-based projects and hands-on learning, students explore concepts across automotive, public transport, and emerging mobility solutions.

With a strong focus on sustainable design, smart technologies, and human-centric approaches, the programme encourages students to develop solutions that are both functional and forward-thinking. The programme equips graduates with the creative and technical skills necessary to contribute to the evolving mobility and transportation industry.

Why Choose This Programme?

The B.Des. (Hons.) Transportation & Mobility Design programme prepares students to design future-ready mobility solutions by combining creativity with technical understanding. It focuses on user-centric design, sustainability, and innovation, enabling students to address real-world transportation challenges and adapt to rapidly evolving industry trends.

  • Focus on vehicle and mobility system design.
  • Integration of design, technology, and ergonomics
  • Emphasis on sustainable and future mobility solutions
  • Studio-based, hands-on learning approach
  • Exposure to real-world transportation challenges

What You Will Learn/Curriculum Details

The programme builds a strong foundation for mobility design by integrating creativity, technology, and user-centric thinking. Students learn to design innovative transportation solutions through studio-based projects, focusing on functionality, sustainability, and real-world application.

Areas of Specialisation:

Develop transportation sketching, rendering, and visualisation skills.

Understand vehicle architecture, ergonomics, and packaging.

Explore sustainable mobility and electric vehicle concepts.

Gain proficiency in CAD modelling and 3D prototyping

Learn materials, aerodynamics, and form development.

Engage in project-based learning with industry exposure.

Subjects Covered

  • Transportation Design Fundamentals

  • Vehicle Sketching and Rendering

  • Automotive Ergonomics and Packaging

  • CAD Modelling and 3D Visualisation

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

  • Aerodynamics and Form Development

  • Sustainable Mobility and EV Design

  • Mobility Systems and User Experience

  • Design Research and Innovation

  • Portfolio Development

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the B.Des. (Hons.) Transportation & Mobility Design programme is prepared for dynamic roles within the evolving mobility and automotive ecosystem. With expertise in design, technology, and user experience, they help create innovative, future-ready transportation solutions across industries.

Automotive Designer / Mobility Designer

Concept and 3D Modelling Specialist

Vehicle Exterior and Interior Designer

UX Designer for Smart Mobility

Transportation Researcher / Trend Analyst