The Higher Diploma in Science in Interaction Design and User Experience (Level 8, 60 ECTS) is aimed a learners with the following entry qualifications:

A Level 8 honours bachelor's degree in a non-cognate area with a minimum pass classification.

Or

A Level 7 ordinary bachelor's degree in a cognate area (cognate areas include marketing, technology and related areas).

Applicants who do not have a Level 8 qualification and who have at least 3 years' work experience may also be considered through the College's normal RPL procedures. Relevant professional experience may be taken into account and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through DBS RPL procedures.

We are now accepting applications for programmes taking place in 2025.

Next intake: September 2025

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This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Career Opportunities
The rise in employment opportunities in the area of interaction design and user experience is a global trend with increasing number of employment opportunities in sectors that are seeing a big boost in the use of new technologies in the areas of design interaction and user experience and the Internet of Things that are critical in new and emerging sectors of ICT, gaming, mobile communications, media, medical devices, connected health and many more. A number of vacancies in digital, product and strategic design could see a growth by 2025 of between 21,000 and 33,000 - accounting for 2.8% of all jobs in Ireland.

Graduates from Higher Diploma in Science in Interaction Design and User Experience programme have the potential to excel in roles such as:
• Interaction Designer
• User Experience Researcher
• User Experience Designer
• UX Strategist & Interaction Designer
• Visual Interaction Designer etc.

In addition, this programme will prepare graduates for further study in the area of interaction design and user experience.