User Experience (UX) Design

Overview

This course will soon be re-validated. Although the focus will remain the same, content and modules might change for the September 2026 intake.

Drive people-first design and create products that truly work.

As technology progresses, user behaviours are continually changing and developing. User experience (UX) designers tap into these behaviours to create products that are accessible and intuitive, whatever the consumer’s needs may be. On this industry-focused course, you’ll unpack the intricacies of UX theory and apply your understanding on real-world projects.

You'll experience

• A close-knit UX community: embedding you into the industry from day one
• Regent’s UX Design Conference: held annually on campus
• Hands-on learning: apply theory as you work on live client briefs
• Top-level networking: connect with senior UX professionals and alumni
• A prime location: on the doorstep of London’s creative and tech hubs
• Luxury Lab: the chance to connect and work directly with luxury brands

Why Regent’s?

• An intimate campus in the heart of London’s royal Regent’s Park
• Unparalleled global connections, with exposure to leading professionals
• An innovative curriculum combining subject, elective and industry modules
• A global perspective with 130+ student nationalities on campus
• Small classes that champion tailored attention, support and guidance

Discover more about what makes Regent's special.

What to expect

On this course, you’ll develop a deep understanding of how users behave, and use this to design technology that creates meaningful and effective experiences across products, services, digital platforms (websites and apps) and user-centred systems. 

MA User Experience Design balances academic rigour with intensive practical application, making sure you’re industry-ready while meeting high-level academic standards. You’ll delve into the theories behind computer science, psychology, design, marketing, consumer behaviour, project management and more – and bring theory to life as you work on real-life UX projects. 

Previously, students have worked on apps for Too Good To Go (with design agency Foolproof), North Star Health (wellness app) and Financial House (fintech); designed analytics systems and training systems for Eyecue Insights and EASST (Eastern Alliance Academy for Safe and Sustainable Transportation); and helped create our own Regent’s University London app.

Our extensive connections are crucial to your Regent’s experience – you’ll meet and work with practitioners from companies like Tesco, Foolproof, Canonical Design and various other London design agencies. You’ll engage with industry at every stage of the course, whether it’s via guest-led lab sessions, challenge days, visiting lecturers or our ongoing partnerships with professionals who contribute to the course.

On campus, you’ll spend time using industry-standard tools like Figma in our dedicated computer labs.

You’ll build an impressive portfolio through user research, requirements gathering, target user analysis, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing and producing UX documentation. Paired with invaluable practice working effectively within UX teams to manage and deliver projects professionally, you’ll graduate with everything you need to kickstart your UX career.

Welcome to our UX community

At Regent’s, you’ll join a strong community of UX practitioners, students and alumni. You’ll connect with high-achieving alumni via monthly webinars and regular social events, where they share industry insights, contacts, emerging UX topics, advice on coursework and career guidance.

Together, this community cultivates opportunities to enrich your studies. Recently, our teaching team, students, alumni and external collaborators have co-authored a book to be published by Routledge (An Introduction to User Experience Design: Integrating Research, Practitioner and Student Perspectives, 2026).

An annual UX Design Conference is held on campus, bringing our connections together. Here, you can present your research and projects to potential employers and compete for a Best Presentation Award.

London-centric learning

London is a hub of design activity. Here, you can:

• Go on field trips to local design agencies
• Take part in live briefs for London-based companies
• Get inspired by London’s vibrant creative scene
• Attend specialist UX industry networking events
• Connect with professionals at the top of their fields, working across the full spectrum of industry sectors

 A tailored experience

We put you in the driving seat – shaping your education from day one:

• Your own support officer: receive tailored advice and support when needed
• Academic guidance: access weekly one-to-one sessions
• Flexible modules: personalise your course with a choice of elective modules  
• Additional language classes: prepare for domestic and international opportunities

Download course specification.

How to apply

Applying to Regent's is quick and easy. We accept direct applications year-round and there's no application fee. If you haven't received your exam results, you can still apply and we'll issue you with a conditional offer. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you're currently studying for.

Step 1: Apply

• On our website, details here

During the application process, you'll have the chance to upload supporting documents, including:

• A copy of your passport (photograph ID page)
• Academic transcripts and certificates from all previous studies
• A 500-700 word personal statement (view guidance)
• If you're not a native English speaker, proof of your English proficiency

Credit transfer

If you’ve already studied part of your degree elsewhere, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join your new course at an advanced entry point. To apply for RPL, you'll need to state this clearly in your application and provide us with the certificates, transcripts and module descriptions for your previous course.

Step 2: Receive a response

You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days. We'll assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of our decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.

For some of our courses, the selection process may include an interview or audition. They can take the form of a one-to-one interview, a group interview or a portfolio review, which may be conducted by telephone or online. Arrangements of these are made between you and the Admissions department.

Step 3: Accept your offer

If you wish to accept your offer, you must pay your (non-refundable) advance tuition fee deposit. This will confirm your place. Here's how.

Step 4: Register 

Closer to the start of term, our Admissions team will send instructions regarding your registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment before you arrive, as well as a checklist of documents you'll need to bring with you to campus.

Information for international students

If you're an overseas student, you'll likely require a visa to study in the UK. Here's how to apply.

What does a User Experience Designer do?

User Experience Designer is a term that covers different roles within the UXD industry. UX Design roles fall into three main categories, Researchers, Creators and Strategists. We are preparing our students to be strategists. A UXD strategist may work as a leader, creating the strategy and managing teams through a project to create great user experiences. They may also work on the production of Information Architecture, seeing the 'big picture' of a project and visualising and mapping out the user experience. 

Is a Masters in User Experience (UX) Design worth it?

Yes, if you want to get into User Experience Design from a related field or if you work in User Experience Design and want to move into a higher role, or if you want to expand your understanding of the different elements of User Experience Design that we teach on the course – user research, branding, leadership and management, the design process, project management, cutting-edge technology - the MA in User Experience Design is definitely worth it.

Is User Experience (UX) Design the right career for you?

If you would enjoy working in a fast-paced role at the cutting edge of new technology, this may be a great career for you. Although the role refers to design, it is not just design. It  combines psychology, market research, technology, design, branding and business. In addition, our MA is for students who want to be exceptional leaders so it also includes leadership and management. UX Design is a dynamic industry.

How much does a User Experience (UX) Designer make?

Salaries in User Experience Design are generally high within the context of the creative industries. UX researchers, designers and strategists can earn very good salaries. In addition, the area is growing with more and more opportunities emerging for UX Designers . As more organisations realise the importance of a great User Experience, UX designers are becoming more crucial than ever. 

Fees

Tuition fee: 

• September 2026 start: £28,750 per year, fixed for the duration of the course
• September 2027 start: fees are under review; applicants will be notified once confirmed

Non-refundable advance deposit:

September 2026 start:

• UK students: £1,500
• Non-UK students: £5,000

Read more about tuition fees.

When do I need to pay?

If you receive an offer for a course, you’ll receive a pro forma invoice. To accept your offer and secure your place, pay your deposit payment as soon as possible.

The remaining portion of your first year’s tuition fees will be due when you enrol. At this time, you’ll receive your invoice for the full year. You can choose to pay for the year in full before the start of your first academic year or in two instalments, spread out across the academic year. The dates of these instalments will be determined by when your course starts.

What do fees include?

Fees cover the cost of all tuition and access to the University’s IT infrastructure and library learning resources. Fees are presented for the first level of study which equates to two terms. 

What other costs should I budget for?

You will need to budget additional funds for accommodation and living expenses, travel, and any additional trips, visits, activities or courses that you choose to participate in outside of the tuition offered as part of your course.

The library holds a limited number of copies of core textbooks and where possible in e-format. You will be encouraged to purchase your own textbooks and will need to budget approximately £80-£100 per year, depending on your course.

How you'll learn  

At Regent's, you’ll have the freedom to explore your interests in a supportive, collaborative environment with regular one-to-one contact with academics, hands-on classes, industry experiences and some of the best networking opportunities you can get – helping you develop the skills and confidence you need to succeed.

The course follows the UX design lifecycle, using professional tools, methods and processes. You’ll conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, document your progression, and present your work and reflections.

You’ll learn through a blend of:

• Interactive, task-based lectures covering UX theory and current research
• Intensive lab sessions where you’ll put theory into practice
• Guest-led lab sessions and talks, from active practitioners
• Field trips to respected design agencies, with structured activity sessions
• Workshops for getting to grips with the software used in professional settings and developing your portfolio

In your final term, you’ll complete a major UX project with an industry client, replacing a traditional dissertation and allowing you to apply the full UX design lifecycle to a real-world challenge.

'The course combined a solid academic foundation with practical, hands-on projects that reflected real challenges in the design industry, and the professors were knowledgeable and genuinely invested in our growth. The atmosphere and setting were truly exceptional, and Regent’s organised additional events with industry experts, broadening my understanding of the field and my network.'
– Vlada Zdorovenko, MA UX Design alum

Contact hours

You’ll have 12 hours per week of timetabled teaching. Outside your timetabled classes, you'll work on your assignments both independently and collaboratively with your fellow students. This involves further reading, research and reflection, as well as preparation for workshops and assessments.

Academic requirements: Level 7

We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and we review each application comprehensively on its own merit. You'll need one of the following qualifications:

• Minimum second class UK undergraduate degree
• Equivalent international qualifications, as deemed acceptable by Admissions & UK ENIC

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning

We also welcome applications from students who don't meet our usual entry requirements. To be accepted for exceptional entry, you must:

• Have three years of work experience if you don't hold a degree

You'll need to provide us with:

• Your current CV
• A headed employment letter detailing your position and length of service
• A headed reference letter
• A personal statement outlining your experience and ambitions

This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, by academic referral only.

For more guidance on international entry requirements, visit our international students page.

English language requirements 

Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):

Please note, we do not accept home/online editions of English language tests.

We also offer our conditional offer holders a free, online diagnostic test known as Password Skills Plus. This must be booked in advance. Discover more.

*Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals.

Careers

In an increasingly digital world, UX designers are in demand. You'll graduate with a high-quality UX portfolio, which is essential when entering the industry. Alongside this, your wealth of technical knowledge and wide professional network will prepare you to bring a fresh perspective to an established business, join alumni at prestigious companies, or even launch a venture of your own. 

Our graduates work in a range of senior UX and design roles. Some inspiring alumni – who you’re likely to meet on this course – include:

• Vlada Zdorovenko: Design Manager at Tesco Technology
• Debora Moreira: Visiting Lecturer in UX Design at Regent’s

You'll also have a suite of transferable skills, giving you the flexibility to choose any career that aligns with your interests.

'Completing the MA in UX Design at Regent’s was a valuable step in my professional journey... The skills, portfolio and mindset I developed during the programme directly helped me secure a UX role in London soon after graduating, and I continue to draw on that foundation in my work today.'
– Vlada Zdorovenko, MA UX Design alum

Graduate visa

After you've completed your course, you may be eligible to apply for a Graduate visa. This enables you to work, or look for work, in the UK for up to 18 months after you leave Regent's, without the pressure of having to secure a job immediately – applying your skills and advancing your career with valuable experiences and industry connections.

Careers support

Feeling overwhelmed about your career path? Our Careers team is here to provide tailored advice and support every step of the way, as well as lifelong access to invaluable resources.

• 24/7 access to online guidance and resources
• Exclusive internships, networking opportunities and industry events
• Personalised consultations – from interview and CV prep to business advice
• Access to Handshake, connecting you with 650k+ global employers