Course contact details
Admissions Enquiries
Email:contactus@dundee.ac.uk
Phone:01382 383838
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Computer Science (User Experience and Design)
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 21 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Are you passionate about designing user experiences that are intuitive, engaging, and meaningful?
Our User Experience and Design degree is specifically designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for a Computing career that specialises in UX design. You will learn about user research, information architecture, interaction design, and visual design, among other topics, to create engaging and effective user experiences.
Throughout your studies, you will work on projects that reflect real-world challenges faced by computing professionals. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with industry professionals, gaining insights into the latest trends and techniques in UX design.
Increased employability skills
Our program is tailored to the needs of the job market, ensuring that you acquire the skills and expertise that are in high demand by employers. Whether you are interested in working for a start-up, a major business, or pursuing freelance opportunities, our User Experience and Design degree program will prepare you for a successful career in UX design.
Passionate teaching
You will experience a hands-on approach to learning and will be given the opportunity to work on real-world projects to apply your skills in practical ways. We foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and impact, encouraging you to explore new ideas and push the boundaries of what is possible. Whether you are seeking guidance on a project or looking for advice on how to approach a design challenge, we are always available to provide mentorship and support.
Student community
You will be part of a supportive and inclusive student community that works together to understand how user experiences can change the world. Join our student design societies, where you can meet others in your class within a social setting and participate in international-level design competitions.
Join the Dundee User Experience and Design community, where passionate teaching, cutting-edge research, and student activities create an inspiring environment for aspiring design professionals.
Modules
Course Modules
<a href="https://www.dundee.ac.uk/undergraduate/computer-science-ux-design/teaching-and-assessment">Modules can be viewed on the course webpage at dundee.ac.uk</a>
Assessment method
<a href="https://www.dundee.ac.uk/undergraduate/computer-science-ux-design/teaching-and-assessment">Assessment methods can be viewed on the course webpage at dundee.ac.uk</a>
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I102
- Institution code:
- D65
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelCCC-CCD
including mathematics at C
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HNCPass
A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit. To include Mathematics for Computing 1
Scottish HNDPass
A relevant HND with BB in the Graded Unit. To include either Higher Maths at B or equivalent
Scottish HigherBBBC-BBCC
including mathematics
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 28
28 points with 5,5,4 at Higher Level to include mathematics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMM-MMP
A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with Sufficient Mathematical Content
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3H3H3H3
To include Higher Level Mathematics
Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: https://www.dundee.ac.uk/undergraduate/computer-science-ux-design/entry-requirements https://www.dundee.ac.uk/undergraduate/computer-science-ux-design/entry-requirements
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A level CCD
including mathematics at C
Scottish Higher BBCC
including mathematics
English language requirements
You can find details of our specific IELTS English language requirements and other accepted English language qualifications on the individual course webpages on the University website. English language tests should be no more than two years old on the start date of your chosen course. All results will be verified online.https://www.dundee.ac.uk/guides/english-language-requirements
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Achieving a strong set of qualifications is key to earning a place at the University. We understand grades are influenced by things outside your control, such as the impact of deprivation where you live. That’s why each year we look at each student's application in detail including circumstances outside of your control that may have impacted your potential.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
Not available
Historical entry grades data is not currently available for University of Dundee - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.
Historical entry grades report
This report uses your grades to show how students with similar results have done when applying to this course in the past. Sometimes, there isn’t data for every possible set of grades. When that happens, universities and colleges occasionally fill in the gaps for sets of grades that are typically accepted.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland, EU & International | TBC |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees for 2027/8 are yet to be confirmed.
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