About the course

The aim of the User Experience Design MSc course is to equip you with the behavioural theory, design practice and technology know-how that is necessary for a career as interaction designer, usability engineer, user researcher, or head of user experience. The course focuses upon the analysis, design, prototyping and evaluation of multimedia, multi-modal, and multi-platform user interfaces that are easy to use and support a great user experience.

　　Each taught module guides students through a UX project – to optimise an interaction, to innovate a digital lifestyle, to apply emerging technology in a persuasive way, and to collaborate on the development of virtual reality. Each project provides opportunities to analyse, design, prototype and evaluate cutting-edge technologies, follow industry trends and apply contemporary theories. A final 'capstone' project completes the student's portfolio. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£14,900

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2021	Kingston upon Thames
Spring (January), 2021	Kingston upon Thames
Spring (January), 2024	Kingston upon Thames
Spring (January), 2024	Kingston upon Thames
Autumn (September), 2024	Kingston upon Thames
Autumn (September), 2024	Kingston upon Thames
Spring (January), 2025	Kingston upon Thames
Spring (January), 2025	Kingston upon Thames

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Kingston University London

IELTS of 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in Reading, Listening and Speaking. TOEFL iBT - Overall 88.

　　You need a good honours degree (equivalent to 2:1 from a UK university) in art and design, computer science, or humanities. The most relevant undergraduate degrees are relevant to digital media – graphic design, communication design, interactive media, information technology – but also psychology, ethnography. The course attracts students with both BA and BSc degrees.

　　Possible weakness in the undergraduate degree may be compensated with relevant work experience, and other evidence that the student is motivated and able to study at this level. This may be demonstrated both through qualifications and portfolio of works. If you have an online portfolio/PDF of design and digital work (and a description of your design process) we would recommend for this to be included as a link in your personal statement.

　　Experience in digital media, user interface development and user interaction design is particularly valuable. Experience in an application domain (health care, business information, retail) is also relevant.

　　Exceptional applicants may have no first degree but more than five years working in information technology, the creative industries or humanities. In these circumstances, an online portfolio/PDF of design and digital work (and a description of your design process) should be included as a link in your personal statement.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Kingston University London. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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