Design Research and Innovation for Digital Experiences

The Official Master’s Degree in Design Research and Innovation for Digital Experiences* offers an advanced understanding of design as a research‑driven and strategic discipline. The program integrates research for design and research through design, enabling you to analyse, experiment, and create digital solutions with real impact. You will work with research methodologies, interaction design, design systems, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and immersive experiences.

The curriculum blends academic rigor with applied practice, fostering a critical approach to the contemporary challenges of digital design and developing a solid, versatile professional profile prepared to face the demands of the future.

*Under verification.

At LCI Barcelona, we aim to help you develop your talent in a demanding, creative, and human-centered academic environment, in constant dialogue with industry. Every project, class, and experience is designed to bring you closer to your professional future.

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

MODULE I: RESEARCH AND ACADEMIC METHODOLOGY FOR DESIGN (14 ECTS)

• Design and Digital Communication Theories (6 ECTS) 
• Research Methodology for Design (4 ECTS)
• Research Seminar and Professional Development (4 ECTS)

MODULE II: USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN AND STRATEGY (16 ECTS)

• User Research and Data Analysis (4 ECTS)
• Digital Experience and Service Strategy (4 ECTS)
• Interaction Design (4 ECTS)
• Design Systems and Prototyping (4 ECTS)

MODULE III: EXPERIMENTATION AND INNOVATION FOR DESIGN (12 ECTS)

• Speculative Design and Future Narratives (4 ECTS)
• Intelligent Interaction Design (4 ECTS)
• Immersive and Multiscreen Experiences (4 ECTS) 

MODULE IV: PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS (6 ECTS)

MODULE V: MASTER’S FINAL PROJECT (12 ECTS)

• Option A (Academic)
• Option B (Mixed/Applied)

*The syllabus is subject to change.