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MSC DESIGN FOR USER EXPERIENCE & INTERACTION (UX&I)
This 12-month full-time taught master's has been designed for people interested in a career in the exciting fields of user experience and interaction. It provides you with the necessary skills to bridge the communication gap between the user of a solution and the software developer.
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- Qualification
- Master Of Science Degree
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MH52K
- Award Type and NFQ level
- TAUGHT MASTERS (9)
- Study Mode
- Full time
- Closing Date
- 27 August 2027
Overview
The MSc in Design for User Experience and Interaction (UX&I) is a taught Masters course. It has been designed specifically for people who are interested in a career in the exciting fields of user experience and interaction. As the integration of digital technology into our lives expands, there is a growing demand for solutions to provide positive, engaging experiences as well as meeting people’s needs. This MSc is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to bridge the communication gap between the user of a solution and the software developer, ensuring solutions are impactful, engaging, and intuitive. Taught over 12 months, the course provides learning in both design research methods and user focused solutions. This approach ensures that graduates have the skills to work with digital development teams, and lead projects from needs identification to solution generation. A particular strength of the course is the dissertation project, as it allows students to choose a research topic reflective of their career aspirations in the diverse UX&I sector and demonstrate the skills gained in the taught modules.
Commences : September
Course structure
Duration: 1 year full-time
This is a full-time, on-site programme which is delivered over 12 months (September – August inclusive). Typically, students have between 4-20 contact hours per week. Students use the time between classes to apply their learnings and complete assignments. Taught modules are delivered in semesters 1 & 2 (autumn and spring) with dissertation projects, including field research, carried out in semester 3 (summer).
Course places are capped at 25 students per academic year.
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Important: The information on this page is for prospective students, MU current students and staff should use Programme Directory.
Careers after your Masters
Graduates will be well-placed to move into the growing fields of user experience design, user interaction design, user experience research, user experience strategy, service innovation and design.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Bachelor Honours degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of a Second-Class Honours, Grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline.
If you do not meet the standard entry requirements then you may be eligible to apply under the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Please click here for further information.
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here.
How to apply
Applications must be made via the MU Apply portal. Please click here to start your application.
When making your application, please ensure you prepare any documents listed below. You may be required to submit documents in two stages. You will be required to upload and submit the following documents with your application:
- Full academic transcripts for all semesters/ years completed to date
- Graduation Certificate if you have graduated
- A copy of your passport
- Up to date CV
You will be required to upload the following documents after you submit your application:
- Personal Statement - minimum 500 words on why you would like to study your chosen programme.
(Current/Previous MU Students do not need to provide personal statements)
If English is not your first language, you may be required to upload evidence of English language proficiency. For information please click here.