MA (Hons) Design for Interactive Experience
Program Overview
This innovative course imparts theoretical and practical knowledge in user experience, interactive art, and interaction design. Through studio work, lectures, and experiential activities, you'll learn to design across physical and digital realms, shaping the future of experience-driven industries.
Program Outline
This innovative course will teach you applied and theoretical approaches for designing interactivity for everyday experience. Drawing from a range of disciplines including user experience, interactive art and interaction design, you will learn an approach to designing across and between the physical and digital.
Assessment:
Assessments are focused on practical outputs (i.e. coursework) but you will be expected to contextualize your work in written reports.
Teaching:
As a highly interdisciplinary course, the MA Design for Interactive Experience is taught through several delivery methods. Studio-based teaching and design activities will enable you to apply technical knowledge within creative projects. This is supported by formal lectures and seminars that deliver core information and current state of the discipline thinking. You will benefit from experiential learning activities by visiting and critiquing relevant exhibitions and visitor attractions.
Other:
This is a full-time course and is split up into three trimesters. The course starts in September and lasts 12 months.
Edinburgh Napier University
Overview:
Edinburgh Napier University is a modern university located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is renowned for its student learning experience and its commitment to innovation and enterprise. The university boasts a diverse student body with over 20,000 students from over 140 countries.
Services Offered:
The university offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Libraries and Heritage Collections:
Access to extensive library resources and heritage collections.Accommodation:
On-campus accommodation options for students.Student Life:
Opportunities for student engagement through clubs, societies, and events.Funding:
Bursaries and scholarships to support students financially.Career Services:
Guidance and support for career development and job searching.International Student Support:
Dedicated services for international students.Online Study:
Flexible learning options through online courses.Short Courses:
Opportunities for professional development through short courses.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Edinburgh Napier University provides a vibrant and engaging campus experience. Students can participate in a variety of activities, including:
Clubs and Societies:
Joining clubs and societies related to their interests.Events:
Attending university-organized events and social gatherings.Sports:
Participating in sports teams and activities.Student Union:
Engaging with the student union for representation and support.Key Reasons to Study There:
High Rankings:
Consistently ranked among the top modern universities in Scotland and the UK.Student Satisfaction:
High student satisfaction rates, reflecting a positive learning environment.Research Power:
Strong research output and impact, contributing to knowledge advancement.International Focus:
Diverse student body and global partnerships, fostering a multicultural environment.Career-Focused Education:
Programs designed to equip students with the skills needed for successful careers.Academic Programs:
Edinburgh Napier University offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
