Master in Ma Service Design Postgraduate Full Time

Applications for the Dec 2027 intake are due by Sep 15, 2027, while tuition fees are 28,036 USD per year.

Immerse yourself in a collaborative, studio-based environment that serves as one of the first dedicated hubs for Service Design in Scotland. This programme is intentionally designed as an interdisciplinary space, welcoming applicants from a wide variety of design backgrounds and computing disciplines to tackle complex social, commercial, and environmental challenges.

Service design at Edinburgh Napier goes beyond standard user experience or interaction design; it encourages you to adopt a holistic, stakeholder-centric approach to improving how people interact with organisations. By bridging the gap between research and practical application, you will develop the skills to evaluate, communicate, and prototype solutions for real-world services. You will learn directly from industry experts and practitioners, ensuring your practice is both theoretically grounded and commercially relevant.

Studio-Led Collaboration

The core of your learning experience takes place in a dedicated studio environment at our Merchiston Campus. This space is specifically engineered to foster peer feedback, iterative design, and creative experimentation. By operating in this collaborative atmosphere, you will refine your ability to conduct independent research while simultaneously contributing to team-based projects that mirror the professional realities of the modern design industry.

Edinburgh Napier University, located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is a modern institution founded in 1992. You can benefit from its strong industry connections, innovative approach to teaching, and stunning location in Scotland's capital city. As an international student, you'll appreciate the university's focus on practical skills and its relatively small program offerings, which allow for a more personalized learning experience.

The university focuses on specific subjects, including programs in engineering, business, and medicine, with a total of 10 programs available. Key languages taught include English, which is the primary language of instruction. Specifically, the university's departments are equipped to help you develop expertise in your chosen field, with many opportunities for hands-on learning and collaboration with peers.

As a student, you'll enjoy the benefits of Edinburgh, a city known for its cultural and historical significance. You'll have access to modern facilities, including libraries, labs, and recreational spaces. The city offers many activities, from exploring historic sites to attending cultural festivals, making it an exciting and unique place to live and study. For instance, you can take advantage of the city's many museums, galleries, and performance venues, which are easily accessible from the university's campuses.