MSc User Experience Design (Placement Year)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Academic Qualifications: International students applying for postgraduate programs at the University of Brighton are required to hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The minimum required percentage may vary depending on the program. Generally, a minimum of 60% or above is expected.
• English Language Proficiency:
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no individual component score below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 85, with a minimum score of 10 in each component.
  • PTE: A minimum overall score of 61, with no individual score below 51.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Brighton.

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships are prestigious awards offered to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. These scholarships provide a significant reduction in tuition fees and are awarded based on academic merit.
2. International Scholarships: The University of Brighton offers a range of scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs and provide financial support towards tuition fees. Eligibility criteria may vary, but they generally consider academic achievement, personal achievements, and contributions to the community.
3. Santander Scholarships: In collaboration with Santander Universities, the University of Brighton offers scholarships to international students. These scholarships aim to support students in pursuing their academic goals and provide financial assistance to cover tuition fees or living expenses.
4. Alumni Scholarships: The University of Brighton offers scholarships exclusively for international students who have previously completed a degree program at the university. These scholarships aim to encourage alumni to continue their education and contribute to their professional development.
5. Country-specific Scholarships: The University of Brighton may offer scholarships specific to certain countries or regions. These scholarships are designed to attract talented students from specific geographic areas and provide them with financial support to pursue their studies at the university.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the MSc User Experience Design program with a Placement Year from the University of Brighton are well-prepared for a variety of career opportunities in the field of UX design and human-computer interaction, with the added advantage of practical experience gained during their placement year.

1. UX Designer: Graduates can work as UX designers, responsible for creating intuitive and user-friendly digital interfaces, websites, and applications that meet user needs and expectations, with the added benefit of practical experience gained during their placement year.

2. Interaction Designer: Many alumni pursue careers as interaction designers, specializing in the design of interactive and engaging user experiences across digital platforms, with practical experience enhancing their design skills.

3. Usability Analyst: Graduates may choose to work as usability analysts, conducting usability testing and user research to improve the usability and effectiveness of digital products, with practical experience in conducting real-world tests.

4. Information Architect: Some students opt for roles as information architects, organizing and structuring content and information within digital products to enhance user navigation, and they apply this knowledge during their placement year.

5. UX Researcher: Graduates can work as UX researchers, conducting studies on user behavior, preferences, and needs to inform design decisions and product improvements, and they gain additional research experience during their placement year.

6. Digital Product Manager: Many alumni become digital product managers, overseeing the development and enhancement of digital products from a UX perspective, with practical experience in managing projects.

7. UI Designer: Graduates may explore careers as UI (User Interface) designers, focusing on the visual design aspects of digital interfaces, and they can apply their skills during the placement year.

8. UX Consultant: Graduates can work as UX consultants, providing expert guidance to businesses and organizations on improving their digital products and user experiences, with practical experience in consulting.