Course summary
Human computer interaction specialises in understanding the relationship between people and digital technologies. Global industries are developing user research and design to improve their products and services. There is an increasing demand for graduates in this innovative field. You will learn how to develop software and systems to better respond to the needs of customers, clients and users. This interdisciplinary masters is taught by academics from the School of Computer Science and the Department of Engineering. You will study core modules that cover topics including mixed reality and user experience (UX) design. Optional modules give you the flexibility to study specialist areas such as games software and virtual reality. All students will undertake an individual research project. This can be in collaboration with an industry partner or with one of our research groups: the Mixed Reality Laboratory and Human Factors lab. Past projects have covered topics such as; augmented reality, location based services, virtual reality and voice interfaces.
Modules
You will study a total of 180 credits, split across 120 credits of compulsory and optional modules plus a 60-credit individual project. No computer programming experience is needed. If you are from other subjects you will study modules in fundamental computer science. Core modules: Mixed Reality; Human-Computer Systems; Advanced Methods in Human Factors and Human-Computer Interaction; Individual Project: Human-Computer Interaction; Design Ethnography; Studying Human Performance (autumn) Optional modules: Collaboration and Communication Technologies; Fundamentals of Information Visualisation; Games; Information Visualisation Project; Data Science with Machine Learning; Simulation and Optimisation for Decision Support; Physical Ergonomics; Simulation, Virtual Reality and Advanced Human-Machine Interface; Software Engineering Management; Work Systems and Safety; Human-AI Interaction; Programming; Cognitive Ergonomics in Design
Assessment method
Modules are assessed using an appropriate mixture of coursework and exams which are combined to calculate your final mark for each module. The final degree classification will be the average of all credits, eg an average of 120 taught credits and 60 credits on your project. To pass a module you’ll need at least 50%.
Entry requirements
2.1 (or international equivalent) in a computer science, engineering, natural sciences, social sciences or art and design subject. English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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