MSc Applied Innovation Design

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 55 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.

Bangor University offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to both domestic and international students. These scholarships aim to recognize and reward academic excellence, as well as support students from diverse backgrounds. 

1. Vice-Chancellor Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to exceptional students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements. They are available for undergraduate and postgraduate students across various disciplines.
2. Country-specific Scholarships: Bangor University offers scholarships specifically for students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may have different eligibility criteria and application processes. Examples include the India Scholarships, Nigeria Scholarships, and Vietnam Scholarships.
3. Bangor International Scholarships: These scholarships are available for international students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies. They are based on academic merit and can significantly contribute towards tuition fees.
4. Sport Scholarships: Bangor University offers scholarships for talented athletes who excel in sports. These scholarships provide financial support, training opportunities, and access to sports facilities.
5. Alumni Scholarships: Bangor University offers scholarships exclusively for its alumni who wish to pursue further studies at the university. These scholarships aim to encourage ongoing education and support the university's graduates.

Graduates of the MSc Applied Innovation Design program at Bangor University possess a strong foundation in design thinking and innovation, making them highly sought-after in various industries. 

1. Innovation Designer: Graduates can pursue careers as innovation designers, working on creating new products, services, and experiences.

2. User Experience (UX) Designer: The program prepares students for roles as UX designers, optimizing user interactions with products and services.

3. Innovation Manager: Graduates may work as innovation managers, overseeing innovation projects within companies and organizations.

4. Design Strategist: Graduates can become design strategists, using design thinking to develop long-term business strategies.

5. Product Development Specialist: The program equips students to become product development specialists, bringing innovative concepts to market.

6. Consultant: Graduates may work as innovation consultants, providing expertise on design thinking and creative problem-solving to businesses.