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MA Interactive Experience Design

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  • London
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MA Interactive Experience Design
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

The Interactive Experience Design MA at Middlesex University London is designed for aspiring creatives who wish to build immersive, ethical, and data-informed interactive worlds. This programme merges storytelling, design, and technology, preparing students for dynamic roles in games, XR, and installation design. Students will benefit from practice-based learning within state-of-the-art facilities at MDX Studios, including games labs and motion capture technology. The course is available as a one-year full-time programme, a two-year part-time option, or a one-year full-time course with an additional 12-month placement. Through embedded work experience modules and professional mentoring, students gain essential industry exposure. Whether focusing on real-time engines, AI-driven systems, or spatial storytelling, this degree equips students with the technical expertise and entrepreneurial mindset needed to thrive in the global creative technology sector. The institution reserves the right to adjust services in line with changing circumstances, ensuring academic standards remain a priority throughout the student journey.

Tuition Fee Details

Full-time UK students: £13,700. Part-time UK students: £90 per credit or £45 per dissertation credit. The university reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and the institution reserves the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation. Tuition fees may be subject to change by Middlesex University London. Applicants should check the institution website for the latest fee information.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

We normally require a 2:2 degree or above, or equivalent qualification, in a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

Other qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications.

English Language Requirements

Other

You will need to meet our English language requirements. If you don't meet our minimum requirements, we offer a Pre-sessional English course.

Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio

If you don’t hold a degree in a relevant field, you’ll need to submit a portfolio as part of your application. This is your chance to show us your creative ability, enthusiasm, and potential to succeed on the course.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Storytelling and Worldbuilding

15 Credits

Creative Practice and AI

15 Credits

Business Skills for Creative Practice

15 Credits

Digital Prototyping

15 Credits

Place-based Interaction

15 Credits

Designing and Developing with Emerging Technologies

15 Credits

Games Design Communication - Optional

15 Credits

Ideation to Playtesting - Optional

15 Credits

Level to Virtual Location - Optional

15 Credits

Asset Development and Management - Optional

15 Credits

Sound Recording for Media - Optional

15 Credits

Immersive Audio Installations - Optional

15 Credits

Work Experience - Optional

15 or 30 Credits

Major Project

60 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can progress into roles such as Experience Designer, XR Developer, Games UX Designer, Interaction Designer, or Creative Technologist, working in sectors like entertainment, museums, education, and emerging tech. Nova Pathways can assist you in understanding how to leverage these career paths.