Program Details

Interaction Design and Immersive Experiences

Official Master's Degree
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About the Program

Build foundational knowledge and skills in topics such as research methodologies, digital expression tools, prototyping, and programming with our Official Master's in Interaction Design and Immersive Experiences. Apply foundational skills in designing digital experiences created for web environments or mobile applications, or based on immersive technologies.

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Who is it for?

This program is designed for people looking for a master's degree in usability and user experience that integrates aspects such as interaction and immersive experiences.

Specifically, the program is aimed at:

  • Graduates in Design;
  • Graduates in Communication and Advertising or Fine Arts;
  • Professional profiles with accredited experience in the field of design or related areas (e.g., photography, art, fashion);
  • Professionals, professors, and academics wanting to access a research doctorate;
  • Other individuals that can provide a creative portfolio.
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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the technologies involved in the development of interactive digital products and services.
  • Have the ability to create projects that ensure a comprehensive user experience.
  • Know how to apply design management as a strategic tool for innovation.
  • Gain practical experience through industry internships.
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Profile

As a professional specialised in this field, you must possess a unique combination of skills, including:

  • Technical proficiency

    Master advanced resources for graphic expression and representation in digital and interactive environments.
  • Research

    Develop study strategies in both professional and academic settings.
  • Innovation

    Address the expectations and needs of individuals, society, and the industry.
  • Resilience

    Adapt to changes in a dynamic industry.
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Career Prospects

The growing awareness of the importance of user-centered design and the continuous expansion of digital technology contribute to a job market in constant search of specialised professionals.

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Career Fields

  • UI designer,
  • UX designer,
  • UX researcher,
  • Interaction designer,
  • Digital project director,
  • Creative director specialised in technology and new media,
  • Design researcher, etc.
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Diploma & Accreditation

The Official Master's in Interactive Digital Project Design and Development is accredited by the Agency for Quality in the University System and is internationally recognized. This program includes curriculum-based internships and provides access to doctoral studies.

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Required Materials

This program requires the use of Mac computers. However, since the school will provide Mac laboratories, purchasing a Mac laptop is not mandatory.

Minimum Requirements:

Mac

  • MacBook Air
  • M2
  • 8GB Ram
  • 512 GB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)

Recommended Requirements:

Mac

  • MacBook Pro
  • M2
  • 16 GB Ram
  • 1TB or larger SSD (Solid State Drive)
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Opportunities

Our facilities

Join a community of emerging creatives and experienced mentors on our spectacular 11,000m2 campus. Sustainable architecture meets state-of-the-art facilities in 22@, Barcelona’s innovation district. Our inspiring campus is the place to turn creative dreams into career realities.

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Connected with the business world

We have a Business Service that will guide and manage your internships, both curriculum-related and extracurricular, so that you can enjoy a unique professional experience with the company that best suits your profile.

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Admissions Criteria

How do you access this master's program? You need:

  • Completed university studies related to the area of the program.

  • B2 level in the language of instruction.

  • Acceptance from the admission committee.

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Academic Dates

The master's degree program has a single start date in the month of October. The enrollment period begins in November of the previous year and ends in September.

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List of Courses

MODULE I: RESEARCH FOR DESIGN

  • Communication, Digital Culture, and ICT Trends
  • Design Research Methodologies

MODULE II: METHODOLOGY AND ADVANCED PROCESSES FOR INTERACTIVE DESIGN OF WEBSITES AND APPS

  • Innovation and Digital Creativity
  • Design Methodology for Interactive Projects
  • Advanced Digital Expression Tools

MODULE III: PROGRAMMING, DEVELOPMENT, AND PROTOTYPING OF DIGITAL INTERFACES

  • Advanced Semantic Web Programming
  • Advanced Styles Programming
  • Advanced Interaction Programming and Free Software

MODULE IV: DESIGN AND INNOVATION MANAGEMENT

  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management

MODULE V: DIGITAL EXPERIENCE DESIGN

  • Communication and Design of Digital Experiences
  • Design of Experiential Digital Projects

FINAL MASTER’S THESIS

WORK PLACEMENTS

*The syllabus is subject to change.

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