MSc Design Research
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom
Course overview
One of the first of its kind in the UK, this MSc Design Research course blends the practices of a designer and a researcher into one coherent pathway. This new approach to design comes off the back of a shift in the industry, brought about by new disciplines like User Experience (UX) Design, which has led to an increased demand for designers focused on qualitative methods of research in fields such as Service Design, Policy Design, Systems Design, and Design Strategy. This programme aims to equip you with the tools and knowledge required to:
Key highlights
- One of the first courses of its kind in the UK
- Combines designer and researcher practice into one coherent pathway
- Focuses on qualitative research methods for design
- Responds to industry demand driven by User Experience (UX) Design
- Relevant to Service, Policy and Systems Design and Design Strategy
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
Harilela Scholarship
Successful applicants will be awarded £2,500 towards the cost of their fees, paid directly to the University’s fees office.
Up to £2,500June Scholarship
We have partial scholarships available for self-funded international applicants starting a course at Edinburgh Napier in June.
Careers this course leads to
- Design Researcher
- UX Researcher
- Service Designer
- Policy Designer
- Systems Designer
- Design Strategist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £8,030 | International: £20,540
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Edinburgh Napier University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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