Overview

In the Design and Digital Media course from The University of Edinburgh you will:

acquire wide skills in creative digital techniques

investigate practice contexts for application across the arts, entertainment, performance and industry

probe the social, cultural and commercial implications of such developments

work together, and with colleagues across the world on the online counterpart of this programme, to realise imaginative design outcomes.

Career opportunities

Prospects for employment are diverse. During this MSc in Design and Digital Media from The University of Edinburgh, students create project work that may include:

integrated elements of graphic design and three dimensional modelling

interactive and immersive media

moving image and animation

user interfaces and user experience

augmented and virtual reality

web and mobile applications

creative coding

data visualisations

digital art installations

The graduates work in all these areas, as well as:

advertising

education

journalism

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media and Culture

Design and Digital Media: Final Project1

Design for Interactive Media

Elements of Digital Design

3D Digital Design

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

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It is strongly recommended you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject such as one related to design, technology or computing.

They also welcome applicants who do not meet academic entry requirements but demonstrate relevant professional experience.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34860 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15550 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees per year:

Home students: £7,775

International students: £17,430

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Living costs

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