Course summary

On this course you will be introduced to User Experience Design principles, analyse historical and emerging challenges and undertake projects. Learn about creating interactive products, including: Websites Apps Wearable tech Mobile experiences Virtual/augmented reality experiences This course takes an interdisciplinary approach and you will work closely with students who are studying other design courses. You will also incorporate elements from other disciplines in your learning, such as psychology and information architecture. This will equip you with a holistic understanding of user experience principles. Professional practice is embedded into our modules, from working on live projects to studio visits. You will also utilise emerging technologies such as augmented reality and virtual reality. This allows you to test innovative solutions in an industry standard setting. Practical projects will give you the opportunity to gain valuable skills to prepare you for the workplace. The design process mirrors the nature of the profession, from trial and error testing to prototyping and empathy testing. This course is aligned with a range of industry leaders, including BBC Interactive and United by Design. You will hear from professionals in the field during guest talks. Our connections to industry partners mean that there will be opportunities for portfolio reviews from professionals and work experience opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to undertake an optional year in industry or a semester abroad at one of our partner institutions. The careers you could progress onto from this degree include: User Interface Designer UX Designer App Designer Product Designer Digital Product Designer Interaction Designer Digital Designer Visual Designer Product Manager UX Design Manager UX Architect