OpenFieldMaster of Arts (MA) in User Experience (UX) Design
Creative graduate degree training UX researchers and product designers in human-centered design, usability testing, accessibility heuristics, and design systems.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in Design, Psychology, Computing, or Media
- English language proficiency
- 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each section)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Digital portfolio of 10–15 wireframes, user journeys, or interactive prototypes
- Recommendation letters
- One academic and one professional reference
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- BCU international scholarships available
- Application fee
- £0
- Tuition / joining costs
- £16,500/year for international students
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Birmingham City University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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