User Experience Design and Content Creation (BA) SRH University

The programme is taught in English.

Other location: Leipzig 

Thanks to your UX Design studies (User Experience Design and Content Creation), you will be able to analyse user needs in the context of digital product development and derive usage requirements.

You will learn how to professionally evaluate and manage the complex development of digital products during the individual stages of the design process.

Our User Experience Design programme also helps you become an expert in content strategy, ensuring long-term success in digital marketing.

Apart from gaining a deep insight into the user-centric design of digital experiences, you will learn how to plan and produce high-quality content.

In addition, you will get to strengthen your soft skills in projects and expand your horizons and expertise during your internship or semester abroad.

Intakes: April & October

Non-EU/EEA applicants: Please apply by 1 February (April intake) or 15 August (October intake). We also recommend that you apply early (at least four months before the start of your programme).

EU/EEA applicants: Please apply by 1 April (April intake) or 1 October (October intake).

• Non-EU/EEA tuition fees: min. 4,950 EUR per semester
• EU/EEA (including Switzerland, Western Balkans and Ukraine) tuition fees: min. 750 EUR per month

Please note: The monthly tuition fees remain the same for the entire duration of the study programme.

First Semester

• Foundations of Design I
• Foundations of Design II
• Project Management UX
• Communication Sciences
• Project I | Principles of Human-Machine Interaction
• Design elective

Second Semester

• Human-Machine Interaction Technology I
• Service Design + Information Psychology
• Usability Engineering + Testing
• Media Sciences
• Project II | Creative Strategies and Digital Story-Telling
• Design elective

Third Semester

• Market Research + Media Management
• Digital Brand Design I
• Digital Brand Design II
• Consumer Experience Design (CX) Workshop
• Project III | Brand Experience
• Design elective

Fourth Semester

• Content Creation I (Social Media)
• Content Creation II (Video, Audio, Podcast)
• Personal Branding + Self Management
• Lab Project
• Project IV | Human Experience Design (Free Project)
• Design elective

Fifth Semester

• Internship or Study Abroad Semester
• Free Project | User Experience Design

Sixth Semester

• Human-Machine Interaction Technology II
• Game Design I
• Interactive Environment / Spatial Design I for VR / AR / MR
• Interactive Environment / Spatial Design II for VR / AR / MR
• Implications of Artificial Intelligence + Future Studies
• Design elective

Seventh Semester

• Business Intelligence
• Entrepreneurship & Media Law - Design
• Preparation BA Thesis / Next Generation Development
• Scientific Colloquium
• Bachelor's Thesis | User Experience Design

Students have the opportunity to do an internship in the fifth semester.

4,500 EUR

• Non-EU/EEA tuition fees: min. 4,950 EUR per semester
• EU/EEA (including Switzerland, Western Balkans and Ukraine) tuition fees: min. 750 EUR per month

Please note: The monthly tuition fees remain the same for the entire duration of the study programme.

None

Students may purchase a discounted semester ticket or a discounted "Deutschlandticket" for public transport.

• General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or university of applied sciences entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife)
• Proof of English language proficiency
• CV
• Copy of your identity card or passport

The following English proficiency tests are accepted:

• TOEFL Internet-based: 87
• TOEIC listening/reading: 785, speaking: 160, writing: 150
• IELTS/IELTS Online (academic): 6.5
• CAE (grades A, B, or C)
• CPE (grades A, B, or C)
• Pearson English Test Academic (PTE-A): 59 points
• Linguaskill: 176 to 184 (CES) – all four skills required
• B2 First: 173
• Duolingo: 110 points

Non-EU/EEA applicants: Please apply by 1 February (April intake) or 15 August (October intake). We also recommend that you apply early (at least four months before the start of your programme).

EU/EEA applicants: Please apply by 1 April (April intake) or 1 October (October intake).

• SRH offers partial scholarships for talented international students.
• EU students can also benefit from our range of "study now – pay later" financing options.
• Please check our website for more information here.

Working as a non-EU citizen: In possession of a valid German residence permit for study purposes, you are allowed to work for up to 120 full days (full day = eight hours per day) or 240 half days (half day = four hours) during the calendar year. However, freelance work is not permitted. Internships that are mandatory for the successful completion of your studies at SRH do not count towards the above-named 120 full days.

Employment that is considered “student part-time work” ("studentische Nebentätigkeit", e.g. employment as a student worker at a university or in a university-related organisation or "Werkstudent" activities at companies that are related to your studies) can be done without any time restrictions.

We do not own any student dormitories or hostels. However, we provide assistance in selecting accommodation prior to and after your arrival in Berlin.

Our Career Service supports students and alumni in planning their careers and sharpening their professional profile. Our service portfolio includes:

• Consultation services for students
• Career trainings and workshops
• Annual "Career Day" with job fair and workshops
• Support in finding a job or an internship for graduates and students

We are the SRH University, part of the non-profit SRH Holding based in Heidelberg.

We offer state-accredited Bachelor's, Master's, and MBA programmes in English and German. Our curricula are built around the CORE Principle, emphasising hands-on, project-based learning in five-week blocks. Our programmes focus on management and logistics, engineering and architecture, computer and data science, hospitality and therapy, design and creative industries, and music and film.

With 19 campuses across Germany, we host a diverse student body from over 100 countries, contributing to our vibrant international atmosphere.

Our approach includes practical work experiences and professional networking opportunities, preparing students for successful global careers.

Berlin, Germany's capital, is a hub for politics, media, science, and education. It's the country’s largest city, offering a vibrant cultural scene with rich nightlife and historical sites. Berlin's dynamic start-up scene is attractive to tech and creative industries. Despite rising costs, it remains affordable compared to other Western European capitals.

Cologne is known for its relaxed culture, famous cathedral, and rich Roman history. It offers a vibrant academic and cultural scene with excellent job opportunities in media and other industries. Cologne is well-connected, making it easy to explore nearby cities.

Dresden combines a vibrant cultural scene with affordable living costs. Known for historical sights like the Zwinger and Semperoper, it offers good job prospects in microelectronics and IT. Its scenic location and rich cultural events make it an attractive city for students and young professionals.

Hamburg, Germany's second-largest city, is a major trade and logistics hub in north-western Europe. With a high standard of living and moderate costs, it offers career opportunities in IT, media, logistics, and renewable energy sectors. Famous for its harbour and nightlife, Hamburg is a city rich in water-related and cultural activities.

Hamm combines historical charm with modern innovation. It offers low living costs and affordable housing suitable for students. Home to Germany's first Bachelor's degree programme in logistics at the SRH Hamm campus, the city provides a close-knit community feel and is growing in industries like energy and logistics.

Heidelberg is known for its romantic ambiance and vibrant cultural and academic atmosphere. The city offers a picturesque landscape ideal for outdoor activities, with strong sectors in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and academia.

Leipzig is an economic hub with a growing population, offering career opportunities in technology, digitalisation, and life sciences. It has a vibrant music and cultural scene and remains one of Germany's more affordable major cities.

Stuttgart is a centre for technology and innovation, home to companies like Mercedes Benz and Porsche. It offers excellent educational and career prospects in engineering and sustainable technologies, supported by a vibrant cultural scene.

Munich, Bavaria's capital, is a leading German hub for economy, science, and education with high living standards. Home to top universities and research, it excels in high-tech industries, offering great careers. Near the Alps and lakes, it provides rich leisure options. Though pricier, its appeal and opportunities make it a desirable place to study and work.