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IT - Front-end Development & Usability

Usability meets Performance. Your Master.

In a digitally networked world, an intuitive, responsive and aesthetically pleasing user interface is crucial for the success of digital products. The Master's degree programme in Information Technology with a specialisation in Front-End Development and Usability provides you with the necessary knowledge to develop high-performance, cross-platform front-end architectures. By combining state-of-the-art web technologies and usability engineering methods, you will learn to design interactive applications that are both technically and user-friendly.

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Duration

3 semesters

ECTS points

90

Degree

Master of Science

Start

01.10.2025 (Wintersemester)

Language

English

Campus

Berlin (EN)
Düsseldorf (EN)

Format

Berlin (On site)
Düsseldorf (On site)

Monthly fees

Berlin: 690,00 € (EU) 1.050,00 € (Non-EU)
Düsseldorf: 690,00 € (EU) 1.050,00 € (Non-EU)

Your studies

The programme concept is based on five pillars that teach technological, methodological and practice-oriented skills:

1. General education and scientific work

Acquisition of interdisciplinary, economic and research-orientated skills:

  • Scientific Research Methods
  • Technology Management
  • Entrepreneurship

2. Fundamental IT skills

Consolidation of basic IT expertise:

  • Machine Learning and Intelligent Systems
  • Advanced Programming

3. Specialisation in Front-End Development and Usability

  • Web Front-End-Development
  • Usability Engineering
  • Mobile Front-End-Development

4. Practice-orientated IT projects

Practical implementation of knowledge in real IT projects with increasing complexity.

5. Final thesis

Scientific thesis and colloquium.

QUALIFICATIONS AFTER YOUR STUDIES

After graduation you will be able to

Develop sophisticated front-end applications using modern web technologies:
You will design, implement and optimise interactive web applications with React, Angular, Vue.js and other frameworks. You ensure high performance, accessibility and an optimal user experience on various platforms.

Apply advanced usability engineering methods and design thinking approaches:
You will conduct user research, usability testing and iterative improvements to develop intuitive and engaging interfaces. Your focus is on the effective integration of user feedback into the development process.

YOUR CAREER

This Master's degree will qualify you for a wide range of career opportunities in software and web development, UX and usability consulting and digital product design. Companies are looking for specialists who not only develop high-performance front-ends, but who can also understand and implement user needs. Potential job profiles are

  • Front-end developer
  • UX/UI Engineer
  • Interaction Designer
  • Usability Consultant
  • Mobile App Developer
  • Full-Stack Engineer with focus on front-end

Why Mediadesign University?

There are many reasons to study at the Mediadesign Hochschule. The Master in IT - Front-End Development and Usability at mdh is worthwhile because:

Practical training: Working on real projects with state-of-the-art technologies and methods.

Innovative specialisation: Combination of technical development and usability research.

High job opportunities: Strong demand for experts in modern front-end technologies and UX optimisation.

Modern study environment: Benefit from a forward-looking learning atmosphere with modern technology and a creative community from all over the world

Global perspective: Through our international student and faculty body, you will gain a global understanding of the challenges and solutions in front-end development that will prepare you for a career anywhere in the world.

Interdisciplinary approach: Our courses combine elements of artificial intelligence, data science and cutting-edge UX design insights. This comprehensive approach enhances your problem-solving skills in complex scenarios.

Shape the digital future - with a Master's in IT - Front-End Development and Usability!

Application & Admission

Individual time models make the Master's programme at mdh very flexible and can be tailored to your personal needs. Our student advisory service will be happy to advise you and provide you with further information.

Your personality and talents are more important to us than perfect grades!

The best way to send us your application is by e-mail (or by post). We need the following from you

  • Relevant certificates and a CV with photo
  • You can apply before completing your Bachelor's degree
  • The Bachelor's certificate can be submitted later

Information for applicants from abroad: You have the opportunity to check your international certificates independently in advance via uni-assist and find out about the requirements for your admission: 

ZU UNI-ASSIST

Tuition fees

Campus Berlin English-speaking: EU citizens: 4,110.00 EUR/semester | non-EU citizens: 6,300.00 EUR/semester

For all degree programmes we charge a one-off registration fee of 490.00 EUR and a one-off examination fee of 1,050.00 EUR.

For non-EU citizens, the one-off examination fee of EUR 1,050.00 is included in the tuition fee.

Discount for advance payment

If you pay in advance (by semester, annually, in full), the tuition fees can be reduced by up to 5%. (This discount is not compatible with early booking discounts).

Bachelor's students at mdh receive a 10% discount on the tuition fees for the Master's programme at mdh.

Information & Support

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You have questions?

Our student advisory service will be happy to help you with questions regarding application and financing. Just give us a call or send us an e-mail. Our student advisors will advise you in a personal information session. We will gladly send you free information material.
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Financing

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Info events

Info events

Would you like to learn more about your desired study program? Then you have the opportunity to participate in our online events from the comfort of your own home.
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Events

10
Sep 25

Campus Tour Düsseldorf - Special BBQ - 10.09.2025 - 17:00

Düsseldorf & Online

English

16
Sep 25

Online Open Campus - 16.09.2025 - 16:00

Berlin & Düsseldorf

English

15
Oct 25

Online Open Campus - 15.10.2025 - 16:00

Berlin & Düsseldorf

English

12
Nov 25

Online Open Campus - 12.11.2025 - 16:00

Berlin & Düsseldorf

English

10
Dec 25

Online Open Campus - 10.12.2025 - 16:00

Berlin & Düsseldorf

English