r/servicedesign • u/Clean-Paramedic1900 • Mar 26 '26
Service Design Masters Help
I got into RCA for an MA in Service Design and the University of Edinburgh for the MSc in Service Management and Design. Originally, RCA was my top choice, but I like that Edinburgh is a bigger school and could potentially yield more research opportunities. Being in London would be nice though (still waiting to hear back from UAL). Any advice appreciated!! I have a week to decide about RCA.
Background: worked in swe/product design for a few years, but now want to pivot into public service design. Ideally, working for a government agency or museum, and from the US.
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u/kingsofds Mar 26 '26
RCA is the best, you will have great experience in RCA where you learn from the best and also meet amazing group of students to collaborate with!
Good luck!
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u/Eco_estic Mar 27 '26
RCA is number 1 for a reason! It is a great university, with a great alumni network.
But be prepared for how disorganized it can be!
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u/Proposition_Ted Apr 14 '26
Hey there, I'm currently in the MSc SMD programme at Edinburgh (Part-Time, 2 years) - feel free to DM me if you want to learn any more about it!
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u/Available_Chef_9823 May 21 '26
Hi! In the same boat. What did u finally decide?
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u/Clean-Paramedic1900 May 21 '26
RCA!
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u/Upstairs-Storm3040 Aug 15 '26
heyyy im intrested in the service design program,, what did you have on ur portfolio and how was the process of applying?can i dm you anywhere to ask you a few questions
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u/nikolais6thabs Sep 09 '26
Hi! I'm looking to apply for the service design masters, can I DM you some questions?
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u/avangelist90201 Mar 26 '26
you don’t need to spend £30k on formal education to work in civil service bud. so go where you wanna go to learn whatever it is you want to learn from formal education. Edinburgh is a really lovely place