MSc User Experience Design at University of Portsmouth

Programme overview

Build a strong, user-centred understanding of UX and UI design principles, methods and techniques. Develop your creative skills and portfolio. Are you looking to develop your skills in creative digital technology and build a career in the creative industries?

Duration: 1 year full-time (September start); 17 months full-time (January start); 2 years part-time (September start) | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: January 2027 / September 2027 / January 2028 | Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You need to study modules worth a total of 180 credits. Modules include Design Futures; User Centred Design; Masters Application of Creative Technologies; User Research; Application Design and Production; Digital and Physical Prototyping.

Career pathways

Graduate roles include UX Designer, UX Developer, UX Researcher, Digital Interactive Designer, Digital Interactive Developer, Digital UI/UX Designer, Web Designer/Developer, Mobile App Developer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject or a master's degree in an appropriate subject. An online portfolio submission may be required as part of the selection process. September 2027 / January 2028 start. UK qualifications. English language: IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) with no component score below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,700 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full time: £9,700 Source

International applicants: GBP 18,600 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full time: £18,600 Source

Intake: January 2027 / September 2027 / January 2028

Duration: 1 year full-time (September start); 17 months full-time (January start); 2 years part-time (Septembe

Apply through the official page: https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/msc-user-experience-design

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