Transform your career with cutting-edge UX design skills with Falmouth University’s top-ranked master's degree. Whether you are an aspiring designer or a seasoned professional looking to update your skills, this course offers a comprehensive journey through innovative design practices, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to excel in the digital creative industries.

Collaborate on global UX design projects

Engage with peers from around the world in a collaborative studio environment, working on creative projects that challenge and expand your design capabilities.

You’ll foster international collaboration and gain diverse perspectives that enrich your understanding and application of UX design principles. Through project-based learning, you’ll see first-hand how to effectively manage team dynamics and workflow for successful outcomes.

Design user-centred experiences with real-world applications

On this master's degree, you’ll immerse yourself in the practice of designing intuitive and impactful user experiences that address real-world challenges. 

You’ll learn to apply core principles of user-centred design and aim to create interfaces that are not only engaging but also meet the accessibility expectations of users across various digital platforms. This hands-on approach ensures that your designs are practical, relevant, and ethically responsible.

Innovate with creative technologies and UX design

You’ll stay at the forefront of technological advancements by integrating evergreen technologies into your design process. 

This course teaches you to experiment with immersive technologies and AI to push the boundaries of what is possible in user interaction and experience design. This innovative aspect of the course prepares you to be a leader in deploying creative solutions that captivate and address the evolving demands of the digital age.

Build an employment-ready portfolio with Falmouth Games Academy

You’ll be guided by experienced mentors from the Falmouth Games Academy, you’ll compile a body of work that reflects your ability to produce original designs, make strategic design choices, and solve complex user experience challenges. 

This portfolio will set you ahead of the curve for entering or advancing in the competitive UX field. After completing your degree you’ll have gained invaluable skills, cultivated a professional portfolio, and positioned yourself as a pioneering UX designer ready to make an impact in the global industry. 

What can you do with a User Experience Design MA?

​​User Experience Designer: Focus on crafting intuitive interfaces that enhance how users interact with digital products. You'll leverage your skills to improve usability and accessibility across various platforms.

Interaction Designer: Specialise in the nuanced art of designing interactive features that connect users seamlessly to technology. Your expertise will bring digital environments to life through engaging and intuitive designs.

UX Researcher: Dig deep into user behaviour and preferences through research and analysis. Your findings will inform design strategies, ensuring that products align with user expectations and needs.

Product Designer: Take a holistic approach to design, managing the journey from concept to market. You'll integrate UX, UI, and visual design to develop innovative products that meet both user demands and business objectives.

How will you be assessed?

This Master’s program uses a variety of assessments to gauge your proficiency and growth. You will complete creative design projects, analytical essays, and professional presentations, all mirroring industry standards to prepare you for real-world challenges.

Is this a part-time or full-time degree?

The degree is offered part-time, providing the flexibility to balance studies with other commitments. On average, you will spend about 20-25 hours per week engaged in coursework over 90 weeks, which is structured across two years. This schedule affords the adaptability to achieve your academic ambitions alongside other personal or professional responsibilities.