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17 Master's degrees in Design in Ireland
Ireland offers a vibrant array of Design programmes, attracting students from around the globe. The tuition fees for these programmes vary, with the lower-end at €3,580, making it accessible for many. The typical tuition fee, represented by the €16,165, provides a benchmark for prospective students to plan their budgets. On the higher end, the €22,944 reflects the premium options available for those seeking specialised or advanced programmes.
A significant 1% of programmes are designed to be affordable, ensuring that quality education in Design is within reach for a broad spectrum of students. Additionally, the 29% of online Design programmes caters to those who prefer or require flexible learning options. It's noteworthy that a substantial 15% of universities in Ireland offer Design programmes, highlighting the country's commitment to this creative field.

Design and Innovation Atlantic Technological University
3,6(52)Galway, IrelandThis Design and Innovation programme at the Atlantic Technological University is designed to develop key skills in innovation, design, management and leadership.

Interaction and Experience Design - Pre-Master's Programme University of Limerick
4,3(105)Limerick, Ireland Top 8% in WorldwideThis one-year Interaction and Experience Design - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Interaction and Experience Design University of Limerick
4,3(105)Limerick, Ireland Top 8% in WorldwideThis Interaction and Experience Design course from the University of Limerick focuses not just on what system do, but how users interact with it visually, physically, and behaviourally. It considers usability, efficiency, feedback, and emotional response to create a smooth and satisfying user experience.

Design for Health and Wellbeing - Pre-Master's Programme University of Limerick
4,3(105)Limerick, Ireland Top 8% in WorldwideThis one-year Design for Health and Wellbeing - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Professional Master of Education (Art and Design) University College Cork
4,1(114)Cork, Ireland Top 5% in WorldwideThis Professional Master of Education (Art and Design) degree course delivered by University College Cork is a new two-year full-time professional teacher education programme offered jointly by UCC's School of Education and the Munster Technological University (MTU) Crawford College of Art & Design (CCAD).

Universal Design for Learning Atlantic Technological University
3,6(52)OnlineThe aim of this Universal Design for Learning programme at the Atlantic Technological University is to support educational personnel to develop a variety of teaching methods to lower any barriers to learning, by introducing more flexible methods of teaching, assessment, and service provision to cater for the diversity of learners in their classrooms.

Design Innovation Maynooth University
4,1(51)Maynooth, Ireland Top 15% in WorldwideThe Design Innovation programme from Maynooth University is the first of its kind in Europe. Utilising a blend of theory and practice you will learn the necessary skills to become a leader in design innovation, developing smart, novel, winning innovation concepts.

Design for Health and Wellbeing University of Limerick
4,3(105)Limerick, Ireland Top 8% in WorldwideThroughout the Design for Health and Wellbeing at University of Limerick you'll gain the skills and knowledge to solve healthcare challenges through the design and innovation of medical technologies, products, service systems and human experiences.

Creative Practice Atlantic Technological University
3,6(52)Sligo, IrelandAt the Creative Practice programme at the Atlantic Technological University the magic happens where disciplines meet. Writers, performers, designers, artists, and architects collaborate, challenge, and inspire each other, forging bold new creative directions.

Design Thinking for Sustainability University College Dublin
4,4(147)Dublin, Ireland Top 3% in WorldwideThe MSc in Design Thinking for Sustainability at University College Dublin is a unique programme that bridges sustainability knowledge and skills, ensuring students begin to affect change within the programme and are ready to quickly transition to new roles and opportunities upon graduation.

Digital Product Design and Innovation University College Cork
4,1(114)Cork, Ireland Top 5% in WorldwideThe Design and Development of Digital Business course delivered by the University College Cork is a 12-month (full-time) taught master’s degree course. This intensive and innovative course is aimed at creatively minded honours graduates from non-technical backgrounds.

Urban Design and Planning University College Dublin
4,4(147)Dublin, Ireland Top 3% in WorldwideThe Urban Design and Planning course at University College Dublin will enable graduates to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to create better places through urban design.
Stage Design Trinity College Dublin
4,2(96)Dublin, Ireland Top 3% in WorldwideThe Stage Design programme at Trinity College Dublin is a professional Stage Design course for creative practitioners. This NFQ Level 9 qualification offers full-time or part-time study modes over one or two years. Students specialise in costume, lighting, or set design to advance their careers in the global theatre industry.
Design for Change Dún Laoghaire, Institute of Art, Design + Technology
3,9(16)Dún Laoghaire, IrelandOur Design for Change MA at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology aims to give designers and non-designers alike an in-depth knowledge of integrated design strategies and the skills to leverage design in the pursuit of organisational change and sustainable innovation.
Education (Art and Design) Munster Technological University
4,1(34)Cork, IrelandThe Professional Master of Education in Art and Design (PME) is a full-time, two-year postgraduate programme offered at Munster Technological University. This Level 9 qualification prepares students to teach Art and Design at post-primary level, equipping them with essential skills and knowledge for a successful teaching career.
Software Architecture and Design Munster Technological University
4,1(34)OnlineThe M.Sc. in Software Architecture and Design at Munster Technological University is a two-year, part-time online programme. This advanced course is designed to equip students with essential skills in software architecture, development processes, and data analytics, preparing them for a successful career in the software industry.
E-learning Design and Development Munster Technological University
4,1(34)OnlineE-learning Design and Development from Munster Technological University reflects a special orientation towards, variously, creativity, culture and design, rather than technology per se.