Announcement 📣 Masters Advice required from people in Germany
Hello, my friend is planning to pursue a Master’s in User Experience / Product Design / Human computer interaction / Interaction Design in Germany, probably for the Jan 2027 intake.
A little about her background:
my_qualifications
• Completed Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering in 2025
• Did a 3-month internship in UI/UX
• Worked full-time at a company for around 6 months (left due to some issues)
• Currently doing another UI/UX internship for the last 2 months, which may convert into full-time
• Had projects, a portfolio, extracurriculars, and design experience overall
I wanted some honest guidance from people already studying or working in Germany in this field.
My questions:
Which are some good universities for UX / Product Design / Interaction Design in Germany?
Since affordability is one of my biggest reasons for choosing Germany, how difficult is it financially for international students even in public universities?
Is Germany still a good option for this field considering the current job market?
Will my internships and work experience help during admissions or later while finding jobs/internships in Germany?
What should I start doing right now to improve my chances for public universities?
What are some common struggles international students face there — especially in UX/design-related fields?
How important is knowing German for UX jobs specifically?
Which cities are better for UX/product design opportunities and industry exposure?
Are there any universities known for stronger industry connections, internships, or placements in UX/product design?
Would you recommend gaining more work experience in India before applying, or applying directly in 2027 is fine?
Also, if anyone here has gone through a similar path from engineering → UI/UX → Germany masters, I’d genuinely love to hear about your experience and any advice you wish you knew earlier.
Thank you 😄