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M.A. User Experience Design

RFH University of Applied Sciences Cologne

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  • Over 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Jul
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About the programme

At RFH University of applied sciences, students have the opportunity to pursue a Master's degree in User Experience Design. This course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to create intuitive and user-friendly digital experiences. The program covers topics such as user research, interaction design, and usability testing. Students will also have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and gain practical experience in the field. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be well-equipped to pursue careers in UX design and related fields.

Fields of study

Design(Architecture & Design)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for User Experience Design at RFH University of Applied Sciences

English language

IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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English B2

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
3
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C1

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Not required

A state-recognized first degree (Diplom; Bachelor) in medical economics, in the field of health sciences or a comparable degree program.

The following subject-specific prerequisites must be met:

At least 18 CP from the Department of Health Economics

At least 30 CP from the field of economics

At least 12 CP in the field of medicine

At least 12 CP in the field of Methodical Health Economics

no required

APS verification

APS certificate
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

  • Undergraduate degree (Bachelor's or Diploma) with at least 180 CP in a design degree programme
  • If you have successfully completed another undergraduate degree programme, you must provide proof of at least 45 ECTS in design modules (alternative: artistic/design aptitude test; For more details, see MZO)

_Note_: If your Bachelor's degree certificate is not yet available when you apply, an up-to-date transcript of records and proof of admission to your Bachelor's thesis is sufficient.

Notes on language skills: none

Required professional experience: none

We do not have any specific deadlines – the earlier you submit your application, the greater your chances of getting one of the coveted places in our degree programmes.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to User Experience Design

Programme-specific documents

Completed application form (also: signed appendix Data protection)

Proof of university entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur, full technical college entrance qualification, master craftsman's certificate, etc.)

Curriculum vitae in tabular form (signed), with photo

Copy or scan of the identity card

For a Master's degree if the first degree has not yet been obtained

Transcript of records with at least 150 CP as well as proof of admission to the Bachelor's thesis

Proof of completion of an undergraduate degree (Bachelor's degree, diploma) in the form of a degree certificate and certificate

For some Master's degree programmes, English language skills at level B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) are required, as well as proof of relevant professional experience stating the period of employment, number of hours per week and job description. Please note the corresponding admission regulations.

Letter of motivation.

CV.

Copies of all official university diplomas and internship certificates.

This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

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Application procedure

Selection process

45 CP in design subjects or design admission test

Application quick facts

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Via uni-assist

uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

Mode

online

APS

Required for Enrollment

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Address

Jonas Meschut, BA

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Costs

Tuition

Over 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

14,904 – 23,904 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

Additional fee information

€649 / month plus AStA contribution

15.576 EUR

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