Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the specialization in Interaction Design and Research the student
- knows the central themes in past and present interaction techniques,
- knows the theoretical foundations of human-technology interaction,
- can choose and apply appropriate research methods in evaluating interaction techniques, interaction design, and user interfaces.
See also the general learning outcomes of the Master's Degree and Master's Degree Programme in Human-Technology Interaction.
Content
1. General studies 3-15 cr
2. Core Module in HTI 15 cr
3. Interaction Design and Research Advanced Courses 25 cr
4. Master's Thesis 40 cr
5. Optional studies 25 -37 cr.
Prerequisites
If the students have not taken these or equivalent studies in the previous degree, the studies must be taken as complementing studies.
• TIEP1 High Level Programming
• TIETA9 Introduction to WWW techniques
• TIEVA36 Principles of Usability, User Experience, and User Interfaces
• TIEVA30 Methods of Usability Engineering
• TIEA4 Project Work or SISYA002 Innovation Project
Belongs to following modules
Specialization in Interaction Design and Research (2012-2013)
1. General studies 3–15 ECTS
Language and Communication Studies (MSc programmes given in English) 2012-2013 3–13 ECTS
2.-4. Advanced Studies in Interaction Design and Research 80 ECTS
2. Core Module in HTI 15 ECTS
TIEVS57 Human Information-Processing and Interactive Technology 5 ECTS
3. Advanced Courses in Interaction Design and Research 25 ECTS
Other Advanced Studies in Interction Design and Research 15–16 ECTS
5. Optional Studies in the Specialization in Interaction Design and Research 25–37 ECTS
Recommended Courses in Interaction Design and Research