Are you dreaming about industrial design, 3D printing, sustainable products and process optimisation?
Production Technology
Academy Profession Degree 2 years (120 ECTS) Application 15.3 or 5.7 Download curriculum
Important information about international programmes at KEA
Danish politicians recently decided that Danish schools of applied sciences (such as KEA) as of next year cannot admit new students to English language programmes. The decision will take effect as of the autumn semester 2022. This means that, in a year, we cannot start new international semesters at KEA.
However, the decision has no effect on current students, who will of course be able to complete their international education at KEA. Students who are starting at their international programmes at KEA in autumn 2021 or spring 2022 will not be affected either. KEA will also still be welcoming exchange students on a continuous basis, just as we will be sending out students on studies abroad.
The Production Technology programme is technical and creative. It is for you who wants to work with industrial design – be it development of new physical products for the industry or optimisation of existing production processes.
It is an programme that combines theory and practice. We work with material selection, strength calculations, manufacturing methods and technical drawings. On the programme, we also work with concrete methods, such as lean, to optimise production.
We work closely with the business community, which gives you a good transition to jobs afterwards.
The facilities here at KEA inspire you to create new things. Like 3D printers and the wildest workshops.
In my everyday life, the people I study with is what makes KEA special for me. Everybody has very strong ideas about what they want to do. We help each other, and it is extremely inspiring.
Programme content and structure
On the Production Technology programme you will work with various subject elements that are put into play in the interdisciplinary project work, which takes up a large part of the programme.
The AP in Production Technology programme is a two-year academy profession programme equating to 120 ECTS.
Case work
In the first semester, we focus on accumulating a theoretical toolbox within the various subject elements. These include, for example, material selection, strength calculations and manufacturing methods. You'll learn how to perform technical drawings in 2D and 3D in relevant computer programmes, and you'll learn how to manage projects. You’ll become well equipped in all disciplines and thus have the required basic skills once your work becomes more project-oriented.
If you want to know more about the specific content in the individual subject areas, you can click through the fold-out menu below or read in the programme curriculum.
Project work
In the teaching in the 2nd and 3rd semesters, we focus primarily on interdisciplinary project work, where the learning from the first semester is brought into play in a professional framework. We work on developing a concrete physical product that must meet the needs of the users. The project must result in a concrete proposal on how it can be put into production.
Already in the second semester you have the opportunity to collaborate with a company on a project, and in the third semester it is a requirement that your project takes place in collaboration with a company. In this way, you gain a very good understanding of practice in the industry, and you get well prepared for the working life that awaits you after graduation. And not least, you will build a network in the industry.
Core areas
The programme covers the following core areas:
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Product Development
When developing new products, you need to be able to talk about relevant design methods from user understanding to physical models. You will work with projects where you develop products based on the user's needs as well as the current market conditions.
With this starting point, you specify the product's functions as well as requirements and wishes, and you work systematically to develop concepts that you communicate through freehand drawing, renderings and concept models.
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Design
To construct products, you need to have a basic knowledge of statics and strength calculations. Statics is used to calculate the external and internal loads of a physical product. For example, it could be about finding the maximum load that a ladder can hold. As a central part of the methodological basis of statics, we work with equilibrium considerations – corresponding to a "lever principle".
For example, when you make strength calculations, you can calculate how much load a beam can withstand. In the strength calculations, you also need to work with and gain knowledge about how the shape and choice of a given material play into the strength of a product.
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Technical Documentation
In the programme element Technical documentation, you will gain insight into how you can make a 3D CAD model as documentation for your product.
You will be introduced to technical drawing, and gain knowledge about how you can design and assess tolerances, both the geometric tolerances that take into account how precise the shape itself (e.g. an angle) of the product should be and dimension tolerances, which are used to describe how accurate a measure of a product should be.
You will also learn about patents, standards and technical specifications.
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Materials and Manufacturing Processes
The choice of material is crucial in the product development process. In this programme element, you will learn how to make informed choices regarding materials for use in production. You will be introduced to the properties of different materials, so you can choose the material that provides the best product based on e.g. environmental considerations, durability and quality.
You will also learn about different manufacturing methods and how you can choose the most optimal method to make your product.
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Business Technology
In the Business technology subject, you will be introduced to the more administrative aspects of project management. You'll learn how to make budgets and manage the finances of a project. You will also learn about business plans and how to make quality management in the production process.
In addition, you will gain an insight into how you can help companies become more targeted to the international market and thus increase their competitiveness internationally.
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Production Technology
In this programme element, you will learn how to optimise the production itself, e.g. by using lean and 6 Sigma. You will also learn how to use Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE), Key Performance Indicators (KPI), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to optimise production.
You will also be introduced to inventory construction and management, as well as cost prices. You also get an understanding of the production basis itself and the layout of a factory.
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Automation
In the Automation subject, you get a basic knowledge of electricity, PLC, pneumatics and hydraulics, and you will learn how to dimension components within pneumatics and hydraulics.
Electives
In your third semester, you must choose two electives.
The electives are organised based on the skills that the business community demands, so that your knowledge and competences are updated for your future working life. The range of electives therefore changes according to the development of the business community, so when you are about to choose electives, you will get an overview of the electives we offer for your particular year.
Internship
In the fourth semester, you must spend the first 10 weeks doing an internship in a relevant company. Here you will have the opportunity to try out what you have learned during your studies. You can choose to do your internship in a company that focuses on product development or in a production company, where the focal point can be optimisation of manufacturing processes and quality assurance. You are responsible for finding your internship company, but KEA's internship coordinator is ready to help you with practical questions.
If you dream of developing your own product and creating your own business around the product, you can also apply to do an entrepreneurial internship on KEA's Ignite programme. If you join KEA Ignite, you use your internship to get your business idea worked out and further developed. KEA organises Ignite workshops where you and the other Ignite students get unique sparring and advice.
Final project
The final part of the programme consists of a graduation project where you must demonstrate your ability to link theory and reality in the best way possible and in close cooperation with the business community. The project must focus on either product development or production optimisation.
More information
If you want to know more in details about the programme and the elements, you can read more in the curriculum.
Study form
The content of the teaching is based on projects, and the teaching alternates between presentations from the teacher and individual guidance.
As a Production Technology student, you will be taught how to collaborate from day one. Group work plays a major part on the programme, because we believe that you learn well through sparring and sharing knowledge with each other. In addition, there is also traditional classroom teaching, where teachers go through theory, after which we work with the theory in practice.
Our students say that it is easy to ask the teachers for advice, which is a really nice thing about the programme.
What does it take to study at KEA?
Studying is not just about attending lectures and classes and taking part in the teaching activities. The active enrolment model shows you what is expected of you as a student at KEA.
The study programmes at KEA are full-time programmes, which means that you should expect to have to devote an average of about 42 hours a week to your studies. The hours are split between various activities such as teaching activities and preparation time.
Read more about the Active Enrolment Model
On this page you can also get tips for planning your time while studying at KEA.
Collaboration with businesses
On the Production Technology programme, we work closely with the business community in order to prepare you for the challenges you will face in practice after graduation.
In our projects, we have worked with e.g. OX Denmarq on the development of a new lamp for an existing lamp series, and we have collaborated with MATE to develop a bicycle basket for an electric bicycle. On the production side, we have worked with Toms on automation of heavy lifting and with Liqtech on quality in connection with the company's membrane production.
Workshops and the physical study environment
The project work in the 2nd and 3rd semesters involves workshops, where we mainly use the workshop MakerLab.
In general, we offer many different options at KEA at our different addresses. In addition to workshops, we have the largest material library in the Nordic region. We have cafes, bars, library, cosy nooks, a roof terrace and much more. At our address at Lygten 16, the Friday bar is called Moon Bar, where you can volunteer or just hang out. You are also welcome at KEA's other Friday bars.
Career and future
As a graduate in Production Technology, you will typically work with developing new products as well as participating in the planning and management of production.
You can also handle jobs within technical procurement and sales.
Possible future job titles include:
- Product developer
- Idea developer
- Project manager
- Operational planner
- Constructor
- Quality manager
Further education
As a graduate in Production Technology, you have the opportunity to study further and take a 1½-year top-up programme in e.g. Product Development and Technical Integration or in Design and Business. With a completed top-up programme, you get a Bachelor Degree. You can take top-up programmes in several places on Zealand - at KEA or at other business academies.
Top-up BA in Design & Business (KEA)
Top-up BA in Product Development & Integrative Technology (KEA)
Top-up BA Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CPH Business)
It is always a good idea to contact the student counsellors if you would like to know more about the programmes which you can apply to do as a qualified production technologist.
Available seats
We still have available seats at Production Technology. If you live in Denmark and are fully qualified (see admission requirements above), you can apply for the programme until study start or as long as there is available seats.
Admission interview
Even though you fulfill the admission requirements, we can only admit you if you take part in an admission interview at KEA during the month of August.
The purpose of the interview is to make sure you are fully informed about the programme and are ready to start studying at KEA, even though the programme just recently caught your attention.
Apply
All admission requirements must be fulfilled, and it is a good idea to make sure you have all relevant documentation ready and at hand before you start filling out the application form. After we have received your application, you will receive an email about how to send us the documentation needed.
If you have questions about admission please contact us at applicant@kea.dk
Admission
If you want to apply for Production Technology, you must meet our entry requirements. You can read more about the requirements below.
Requirements for admission to KEA
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Admission requirements
If you have an education equivalent to a Danish upper secondary education (English B and Math C must be included) you are eligible for the programme.
If you have a relevant vocational education within one of the areas listed below, you are eligible for the programme:
- Blacksmith programme
- CNC technician programme (level 2)
- Bicycle and motorcycle mechanic (with areas of specialisation)
- Construction and agricultural machinery programme (with areas of specialisation)
- Precision mechanic (with areas of specialisation)
- Aircraft mechanic
- Industrial technician programme (with areas of specialisation)
- Coachwork programme
- Refrigeration technician (level 2)
- Woodcutting machinist (level 2)
- Mechanic (level 2)
- Metal smith (with areas of specialisation)
- Plastics technician (level 2)
- Process operator (level 2)
- Ship mechanic (level 2)
- Ship fitter (level 2)
- Ship technician (level 2)
- Chimney sweeper (level 2)
- Smith programme (with areas of specialisation)
- Joiner (with areas of specialisation)
- Foundry technician (level 2)
- Technical designer
- Wind turbine technician (with areas of specialisation)
- Tool specialist programme (level 2)
Mathematics C-level is required in order to apply for the AP Degree in Production Technology. The Mathematics C-level is represented by 125 hours during the last three years of upper-secondary school (equivalent to the Danish C-level of a Danish upper-secondary examination)
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Language requirements
All applicants must have passed English at a level equivalent to a Danish Upper Secondary education B-level.
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Admission with special permission
If you do not meet the formal admission requirements, you can apply for admission with special permission based on an individual competency assessment (IKV), (in Danish: "Individuel KompetenceVurdering - IKV).
In an IKV, KEA assesses whether your competencies correspond to fulfillment of the formal admission requirements for the programme in question. You must document competencies corresponding to fulfillment of the formal admission requirements, and you must document that you meet the specific admission requirements including the language requirements.
If you wish to apply for admission with special permission, you must meet the following application deadlines:
- Summer intake: 15 March at 12.00 CET
Below you can read more about the application process and find the application form:
Programme start
From August 2022 the programme will no longer be available in English at KEA.
Application
If you want to apply for Production Technology, you can read about how to apply and what the process is below.
Application proces
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How to apply
The programme is connected to the Coordinated Enrolment System (KOT). You can be enrolled either in Quota 1 or Quota 2.
All applicant must apply online on optagelse.dk
Quota 1 means you will be accepted based on your qualifications from your upper-secondary education. The deadline for quota 1 admission is 1 July at 12:00 noon CET (Danish students only)
Quota 2 means you will be accepted based on your overall qualifications, including any possible qualifying training. All quota 2 activities must be documented (payslips, statements, diplomas etc.). See the criteria for being enrolled in quota 2 under "Quota 2 criteria".
All attachments to your application must be submitted together with the application no later than the application deadline.
Admission area number: 84015
KEA and the other institutions of higher education in Denmark belong to a joint application system called the Coordinated Enrolment System (KOT). You can apply for up to eight different programmes (AP degrees and full BA degrees). KOT makes sure that you are only admitted to one of the degree programmes you apply for and to the highest priority possible.
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Application deadline
All applicants can apply from 1 February.
The deadline for quota 1 is 5 July at 12:00 noon CET. (Only Danish applicants with a Danish upper secondary education).
The deadline for quota 2 is 15 March at 12:00 noon CET. (Non-EU, EU/EAA and Danish applicants).
NB: The deadline for students applying for admission with special permission/IKV is 15 March at 12:00 noon CET.
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Quota 2 criteria
Quota 2 means you will be accepted based on your overall qualifications, including any possible qualifying training. The deadline for quota 2 admission is 15. march at 12:00 noon CET (Overseas, European and Danish students).
Quota 2 admissions are allocated according to the following criteria:
- Work experience – between 3 and 12 months, minimum 30 hours per week – including internships and national service. The internship must, however, not have been part of your entry qualification. Documentation must be included in the form of either work contracts, pay slips or employer statements.
- Other activities, minimum 3 months. E.g. Folk High School stay or stay abroad experiences (not holidays). Voluntary work equal to 3 months full-time employment can also be included. Documentation in the form of either diplomas, contracts, plane tickets, travel itinerary or certified statements are a requirement.
- Grade average from your upper secondary school exam.
- KEA does not require a letter of motivation. It is your activities that count in quota-2. They must be documented.
All quota 2 activities must be documented (payslips, statements, diplomas etc.).
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Application fee
Non-EU applicants are required to pay an application fee in order for KEA to process their application.
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Entrance grade point average
All admitted (2021)
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Limitations
If you have completed a master’s degree, you are not eligible to start a second degree at an equivalent or lower level unless there are vacant study places. This limitation applies to all applicants holding a master’s degree regardless of whether it is a Danish or an international master’s degree.
If you want to know more
Read more about the application process, tuition fees, transfer to KEA etc. on the page APPLICATION AND ADMISSION.
considering to apply?
We always hold an Open House on the last Wednesday in February and the first Wednesday in November.
Contact
If you have questions about the content of the programme, you can contact our study advisors. If your questions are of a more practical nature regarding, for example, application and admission, then KEA Applicant is ready to help you.
Questions about application and admission
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or +45 46 46 07 00.
You can call us Monday to Friday, between 10.00-13.00. All times are CET.
Questions about programme choice, courses and career
Contact the Study and Career Advisor:
Düncan Ünkap Andersen
Study & Career Advisor
T: +45 46 46 03 27
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You can reach Düncan on phone Friday 9am - 11am.
Find answers in our FAQ
If you have general questions about studying at KEA, living in Denmark etc. you may find answers in our FAQ.
General information
Below you can find information about study place, curriculum and other practical information regarding Production Technology.
Practical information about the programme
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Language
The programme is offered in English.
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Address
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Programme start
The programme commences in August.
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Finance
The programme is entitled to the state education support (SU) for Danish citizens. Read more at www.su.dk
Tuition fee terms:
- Nordic/EU/EEA students are free of charge
- Non-EU citizens must pay a tuition fee of € 6,200 per semester
There is no fee for following students:
- Students from the European Union (EU)
- Students from EEA countries (Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland)
- Students from Switzerland
- Students who are granted permanent residency or time-limited permit with the possibility of permanent residence in Denmark
- Students exchanged with Danish students as part of a bilateral agreement with an educational institution abroad
- Students who are granted residence permit under §9c, paragraph 1 of the Aliens Act as the accompanying child of a foreigner with a residency permit issued under pursuant to section 9a of the Aliens Act
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Expenses
During the study, you should expect some costs related to buying textbooks. However, most of the books can be borrowed from KEA's library. A book list will be uploaded on a website that you will get access to before the start of your studies.
In addition, you will need a computer that must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Processor: 1.8GHz i7 processor - or better
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics card 4GB RAM - or more
- Operating system: Windows 10 64 bit
- Network card: 5GHz wireless (connecting to KEA’s wireless network)
- Connections: Displayport / HDMI (for KEA projectors)
On the programme, we use the software SolidWorks. If you need to buy a new computer, you can see the latest updated system requirements for SolidWorks on their website. However, if you already have a computer that meets the other requirements, but not the SolidWorks requirements, you should not rush out and buy a new computer for that reason alone. We'll guide you on how to run SolidWorks.
If you choose to buy a Mac, make sure that a Windows operating system can be installed on it. On the programme, we will be using applications that are not designed for Mac.
As a student, you will have access to most of Microsoft’s products, including Office 365, at no cost to you. KEA has entered into free licensing agreements with Microsoft that apply as long as you are a student.
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Scholarship
Unfortunately, the Danish Government has discontinued allocating funds towards scholarships for non-EU/EEA students.
Due to this decision, KEA is unable to offer any scholarships at this point.
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Curriculum
Download addendum to curriculum
Former curriculae
You can find former curriculae at our curriculae archive
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Code of conduct
KEA has a set of general codes of conduct, which apply to everyone. Locally, there might be more detailed codes.
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Diploma Supplement
KEA issues a Diploma Supplement in English automatically at the end of your studies, as a supplement to your diploma.
The Diploma Supplement is designed to provide a description of the nature, level, context, content and status of the qualification.
The Diploma Supplement contains a description of KEA Copenhagen School of Design and Technology and the Danish educational system.
