Master in User Experience Design

The University of Barcelona (UB) is a historic public research university founded in 1450, located in the vibrant city of Barcelona. With some 63,000 students and a significant international population, UB offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts and humanities, law, health sciences, social sciences and STEM fields. Its city-centered campuses combine historic buildings and modern facilities, giving students access to libraries, labs, research centers and cultural life in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

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Student life at UB blends academic rigor with Barcelona’s cultural richness: museums, industry hubs, startups and a large creative sector provide internship and networking possibilities. Career services, student organizations and campus resources assist with practical matters like housing and legal documentation. For international applicants seeking a large, research-led European university with strong professional links, UB combines historic prestige, modern facilities and an engaging urban experience.

The Master in User Experience Design is a degree for students who want to lead design projects and develop digital solutions focused on user needs. This master's degree takes one year to complete and is taught in English at the University of Barcelona in Spain.

The curriculum covers the most advanced tools and technologies in UX, and students learn how to employ these tools to develop digital solutions. The program helps students develop skills in leading design projects, user research, and UX design principles, with hands-on components to practice their skills.

Graduates can pursue careers as UX Designers, Interaction Designers, Digital Product Managers, or Human-Computer Interaction Specialists, working in industries such as tech, design, or consulting, for companies that prioritize user experience and digital innovation.