User Experience (UX/UI)

Entry requirements

We encourage application from students with a broad range of qualifications and we welcome students from all educational backgrounds. We'll take into account the knowledge and skills that you've developed outside the classroom as well as your previous qualifications.

Academic entry requirements
You'll usually have BA (Hons) degree graded at 2.1 or above, or an equivalent UK or international qualification in your chosen subject or a related discipline.

Alternative Qualifications/Experience

Applicants with other than the required academic qualifications will be considered for entry if there is sufficient evidence to indicate that they have the potential to fulfil the objectives of the course of study and to achieve the standard of the final award.

Applications are also welcomed from those with other qualifications or with work experience which demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills to study at postgraduate level.

Please note that AUB doesn't request information about criminal records from our applicants.

Proof of English Proficiency

If you are an international student or if you have been educated abroad, you may be asked to submit proof of English Language Proficiency. This proof can take many forms, all of which are outlined on the English Language section of our website.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

MA User Experience (UX/UI) is a research-led, practice-focused course designed for students who want to strengthen their understanding of user-centred design, develop advanced creative and strategic skills, and critically explore the cultural and ethical dimensions of digital experience.

Whether you're progressing directly from an undergraduate degree, or returning to study after time in industry, you'll be supported in navigating new methods of enquiry, reflecting on your practice, and shaping your personal design direction.

You'll engage with complex design challenges, live briefs, and interdisciplinary collaboration – producing high-quality portfolios that blend research insight with refined visual and interaction design. Ethical and values-driven design underpins the course, encouraging you to address themes such as accessibility, inclusion, digital wellbeing, and data ethics through both critical discourse and applied practice.

Information for international students

For further information, email the International Office or call 01202 363233.

Fees and funding

The course is eligible for a Postgraduate Loan from Student Finance England for UK and EU nationals meeting the residency requirements.