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Aims:
The module covers advanced topics in interaction design, informed by current research in user experience, human-computer interaction and interaction design. A central theme is how to design technologies to meet people鈥檚 needs.
Intended learning outcomes:
On successful completion of the module, a student will be able to:
- Have knowledge and understanding of research in interaction design.
- Have knowledge and understanding of methods used in interaction design.
- Reflect critically on the appropriateness of different interaction design methods.
- Conduct basic user research.
- Design, prototype and evaluate a novel ubiquitous computing technology.
And will have developed the following transferrable skills:
- Information gathering and organising skills.
- Critical reading skills.
- Argumentation skills and the ability to synthesis information from multiple sources.
- Written, visual and video presentation skills.
Indicative content:
The module is separated into two related streams.听The following are indicative of the topics the module will typically cover:
Research (weekly): This series of e-lectures will introduce students to core (current and historical) and nascent interaction design methods and technologies, including approaches to conducting user research, designing, prototyping and evaluating user-centred systems reviewing evolving interaction technologies.
Workshops (weekly): These more practical sessions will give students an opportunity to put interaction design methods into practice. They will link closely to the coursework.
Requisites:
To be eligible to select the module delivery Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 6) as optional or elective, a student must be registered on a programme and year of study for which it is a formally available.
To be eligible to select the module delivery for Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7) as optional or elective, a student must: (1) be registered on a programme and year of study for which it is a formally available; and (2) have some prior knowledge of HCI or interaction design.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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