The Master in Interaction and Experience Design (formerly known as Interactive Media) is designed specifically for graduates who are interested in pursuing studies that combine technological competence with design/artistic endeavour. It offers unique opportunities for designers, computer scientists and artists to exploit their potential in new areas (experience, interaction and participatory design, internet of things, social media and virtual reality, mobile and physical computing), across a wide range of activities, such as digital multimedia, software development, interactive installations, human centred research and education.
The M.Sc./M.A. in Interactive Media is a 12-months intensive course that is designed specifically for graduates who are interested in pursuing studies that combine technological competence with design/artistic endeavour. It offers unique opportunities for designers, computer scientists and artists to exploit their potential in new areas (experience, interaction and participatory design, internet of things, social media and virtual reality, mobile and physical computing), across a wide range of activities, such as digital multimedia, software development, interactive installation, human-centred research and education. The unique features of this development include:
A new type of multidisciplinary graduate who combines technological competence with human-centred design and artistic/creative endeavour;
The effect of this course will enhance a student's education and employment prospects. This course will enable students to capitalise on their existing education and to extend their competencies;
The increase in awareness of the opportunities offered by computer technology in a range of industries and services in new and traditional media (from audio/video recording/editing to web development, from broadcasting to social media, from product, event and service design asking for more interactivity to mobile computing).
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
September 2025
University of Limerick
University of Limerick Limerick,
Limerick,
V94 T9PX, Republic of Ireland
A primary degree (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) in any subject area, with first or second class honours. A portfolio of the applicant's own work that demonstrates the applicant's creative ability. This can be artwork, websites, software, writing, etc.
Acceptable English Language qualifications include the following:
Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved
Irish Leaving Certificate English 鈥揙rdinary Level Grade D or above
TOEFL 鈥� 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)
IELTS 鈥� Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6 in any one component.
English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) 鈥� Grade C1
GCE 鈥極鈥� level English Language/GCSE English Language 鈥� Grade C or above
University of Cambridge ESOL 鈥揅ertificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English - Grade A
GCE Examination Boards 鈥� Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations 鈥� Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate 鈥� School Certificate Pass 1-6 / University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council 鈥� School Certificate Pass 1-6
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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