Innovation Studio

Creative Technologies

Industry-engagement and our strong maker culture puts collaboration at the heart of everything we do.

The Innovation Studio operates as a lab for creative industries, featuring state-of-the-art digital and physical manufacturing technologies.

Explore the facilities and manufacturing tools that the Innovation Studio has to offer below.

We've equipment to 3D print both rapid and functional prototypes in a variety of materials, including nylon, carbon fibre, Kevlar, and more.

We've a range of advanced manufacturing machines, including a CNC router and both 3-axis and 5-axis milling machines.

We've a range of digital fabrication equipment, including laser and waterjet cutters for cutting, marking, and engraving.

We have an extensive and regularly updated materials library, including plastics, wood, metals, and ceramics, as well as testing machines.

We've a range of resources for Virtual Reality, including VR headsets and cameras, and equipment for projection mapping and lighting.

In our digital textiles and fashion suite we've a range of printers for both synthetic and natural fabrics, a digital loom and body scanner.

Explore the Innovation Studio

The Innovation Studio operates as a lab for creative technologies, a nucleus for start-ups and enterprises and an industry engagement hub.

A series of workshops and lectures for industry professionals to develop innovation and creative capabilities.

Take a look at some of our recent collaborative projects with external partners and businesses

Our Associate Programme offers membership of our Innovation Studio to regional businesses seeking research and development support.

Our Pre Start-Up Programme offers membership for creative individuals or businesses looking to develop new products or services.