MA Design Innovation and Technology at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Our MA Design Innovation and Technology course combines creativity, user-centred design, and technology to explore how design thinking can drive transformation. From studying this course you'll be able to anticipate emerging trends and visualise the future. You'll focus on innovation and making, and have access to excellent resources and facilities for creative experimentation and production.

What you will study

Our MA Design Innovation and Technology course runs for 1 year and is spilt into 2 semesters. You'll study core modules and have the opportunity to choose from optional modules in your second semester. In your first semester, you'll expand your understanding of design principles, including human-centred and inclusive design approaches.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:2 degree. We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and experiences, including international applicants with an interest in design innovation and technology within their sector. Non-standard entry will be considered and encouraged, with the academic team weighing applications on their merit (in relation to things such as work and life experience, and mitigating factors). IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 18,500 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 32,000 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

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