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Master of Experience Design

Northeastern University

Boston, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A research-driven design master's on experience design for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop advanced knowledge of Experience Design and apply creative methods
Develop and critique original work
And communicate design or artistic intentions.

Career outcomes

Content Producer
Communications Coordinator
Creative Project Assistant
Digital Media Specialist

Curriculum

Core courses cover research methods for design
Experience design studios 1 and 2
Design systems
Notational systems and design for behaviour and experience. Students add two four-credit electives chosen with their advisor
For 32 semester hours.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with transcripts from all institutions
Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US credentials
Some programmes require GRE/GMAT
1-3 recommendation letters
Personal statement and resume.

Accepted academic background

Completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with transcripts from all institutions, Foreign Credential Evaluation required for non-US credentials, Some programmes require GRE/GMAT, 1-3 recommendation letters, Personal statement, Resume.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 4
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
Personal Statement
Recommendation Letters
CV or Resume.

How to apply

Check the programme's entry requirements
English test minimums and deadline for your intake. Apply online through the graduate application and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts with a Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US degrees
Resume
Personal statement
Recommendation letters and TOEFL
IELTS
PTE or Duolingo scores (GRE/GMAT only if the programme asks
An English-medium degree can waive the test). After admission
Submit the I-20 request form with a passport copy. Apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$67,178 USD
Application fee	$100 USD
Deposit	$600 USD

Program details

Campus	Boston campus
Faculty or school	College of Arts, Media and Design
Department	Experience Design
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60,32
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Graduate funding may include program-specific merit scholarships or assistantships, Availability and international eligibility vary by college and degree.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.