BSc (Hons) Digital User Experience (UX) Design
Key details
Award
Degree of Bachelor of Science
UCAS Course Code
P010
Fees
£8,500 per year full-time
Awarding Body
University of East Anglia
Course Length
3 Years
Course Start Date
September 2026
*This course is subject to validation
Course overview
The BSc (Hons) Digital User Experience Design course prepares you to thrive in the fast-evolving world of digital innovation. You will develop the practical skills, creative mindset, and technical knowledge to design user-centred digital products that are accessible, usable, and enjoyable. The course combines principles from psychology, design, research, and technology, allowing you to understand how people interact with digital systems and how to improve those experiences.
You will gain hands-on experience using a wide range of digital tools and technologies, including virtual, augmented, and mixed reality, through our on-site immersive XR Lab. Optional placements, projects, exhibitions, and competitions will allow you to apply your learning in real-world settings, build a professional portfolio, and develop the confidence to shape the future of digital innovation.
The programme equips you with the expertise to pursue careers in UX design, interaction design, digital product development, and other roles within the digital technology sector.
Why study with us?
Globally recognised degrees from the University of East Anglia (UEA)
Small class sizes with experienced tutors guiding your learning
Strong links with local employers and industry experts
100% of our undergraduate students are satisfied with the quality of the course
What you’ll study
In your first year, you will build a strong foundation in user experience and interaction design. You will explore how users interact with digital systems, develop creative and technical skills, and gain confidence in visual communication, coding, prototyping, and immersive technologies. The focus is on experimentation, problem-solving, and understanding core UX principles that underpin effective digital experiences. Modules include:
- Interaction and User Experience Design
- Divergent Thinking
- Visual Communication
- Coding, Prototyping and Internet of Things
- Projects, Testing and Performance
- Immersive Experiences
In your second year, you will deepen your UX knowledge through research, testing, and design for real-world contexts. You will work on collaborative projects, explore accessibility and psychology in UX, and design experiences across multiple platforms. Industry engagement and research skills support your professional development and prepare you for advanced study. Modules include:
- Multiuser Experiences
- Research Skills and Industry Engagement
- UX Testing
- UX Design for Accessibility
- Unified UX Design
- UX Psychology and Behaviour
In your final year, you will consolidate your expertise and develop your professional identity as a UX designer. You will undertake a major independent project, explore emerging UX trends and immersive technologies, and produce a polished professional portfolio. The year focuses on innovation, critical thinking, and preparing you for employment or further study. Modules include:
- Final Project
- UX Trends
- UX Design Portfolio
- Reality, Immersion and Innovation
- Data Visualisation
Future careers
Graduates of BSc (Hons) Digital User Experience Design could progress to an exciting range of professional roles, across:
USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER
Salary: £30,000-£45,000+
VIRTUAL REALITY DEVELOPER
Salary: £40,000-£60,000+
PROJECT MANAGER
Salary: £40,000-£65,000+
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Facilities
Study in a vibrant and welcoming space at our University and Professional Development Centre, designed to support learners of all ages and backgrounds. From our well-equipped library and quiet study zone, to social spaces like Costa Coffee, to dedicated computer areas and an innovative XR Lab, you’ll have everything you need to excel. You’ll have access beyond timetabled hours, giving you the freedom to study, collaborate and work on projects whenever inspiration strikes.
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Fees and entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 96 points
A Level: CCC
Pearson: BTEC
L3 National Ext. Diploma: MMM
GCSE Maths and English: Grade 4/C or equivalent
Tuition Fees
This course is £8,500 per year. Find out how to secure student finance here.
Course Related Costs
Please see the Course Factsheet for details on other course-related costs.
Funding and Bursaries
Please see Additional Funding and Bursaries for more information.
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How to apply
Apply for this course through the University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), using the UCAS Hub. UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for the full-time undergraduate courses at University and Colleges in the United Kingdom.
Please search for ‘West Suffolk College‘ as the institution name on UCAS.
Progressing students at Eastern Education Group
If you are already a student within the Eastern Education Group (West Suffolk College, Abbeygate Sixth Form College or One Sixth Form College), or have been within the last three years, you can apply directly through our Internal Application Form and save up to £1,000 off your first-year tuition fees*.
*This course is Subject to Validation.
**The College offers a discount to students who have studied a full-time qualification within the Eastern Education Group in the past three years. Fixed discounts of £1,000 on the first year of a degree course and £500 for first year of a HNC, HTQ or HND course. Students are only allowed to benefit from one discount within any three-year period. Higher or degree apprenticeships are not eligible for this award. The College reserves the right to remove this offer at any time. Other terms and conditions are not affected by this offer.
Disclaimer: There is no need to apply for this award. Full terms and conditions as outlined apply. The progression discounts are in place for students applying to start at University Centre at Eastern Education Group for entry in the same year as their application. Students must be enrolled and in attendance at University Centre at Eastern Education Group.