Master of Interaction Design (Extension) 24 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Technology Sydney |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

52,990 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Computer Science and Information SystemsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course is for professionals seeking to advance in the dynamic field of interaction design, including those new to the field, those with related experience, and current practitioners aiming to deepen their expertise. Choose this course to stay abreast of the latest theories and practices in a field where demand outstrips formal training opportunities. An extension of the Master of Interaction Design (C04222), it includes additional advanced study including the choice of a sub-major, a project stream, or a studio experience.



You'll acquire industry-relevant skills, blending your original discipline with professional application to meet the growing demand for skilled designers. Specialise in games design, data analytics, or interaction programming through elective modules, or undertake a research project to contribute new insights to the field.



What sets this course apart is its focus on human-centred design, preparing you to create digital technologies that integrate seamlessly into users' lives. You'll learn through real-world projects, developing solutions that combine your original discipline with advanced interaction design techniques. You will acquire advanced design skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to adapt to the unpredictable nature of user-centred projects. The course emphasises professional practice, project management, teamwork, and applying research to design.



Teaching combines studio-based learning with fieldwork, user testing, and project management, alongside theoretical studies in research methods. You'll apply established theories to practice, using research tools for ideation, development, and validation. You'll engage in research, develop autonomy, and apply expert judgement to your work.



Graduates emerge ready for roles such as interaction designer, UX researcher, and digital experience architect, with the skills to manage extensive projects and drive innovation in the workplace.



While industry demand for skilled interaction designers and various other jobs, such as user experience (UX) designers, service designers etc., is increasing, there is a lack of formal education/training offered by universities in interaction design. This course is designed to provide students with the most current and requisite skills in this fast-evolving field. Graduates possess skills in industrially applicable and cost-effective information environments (i.e. multimedia, interactive systems design and associated information technology). The course provides industry with graduates who can combine these skills with those of their original discipline in professional applications-oriented settings.



The course is committed to producing graduates who have a deep understanding of human-centred approaches to designing digital technologies. This ensures that 'products' created are more likely to 'fit' meaningfully into users' lives, because the design process is informed by a deep understanding of people's practices, particular situations and values.



The Master of Interaction Design is attractive to different types of learners, namely:



  1. those who are currently working in a job that is not related to interaction design
  2. those working in jobs closely related to interaction design, and
  3. those already working in interaction design-related jobs.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course is for professionals seeking to advance in the dynamic field of interaction design, including those new to the field, those with related experience, and current practitioners aiming to deepen their expertise. Choose this course to stay abreast of the latest theories and practices in a field where demand outstrips formal training opportunities. An extension of the Master of Interaction Design (C04222), it includes additional advanced study including the choice of a sub-major, a project stream, or a studio experience.



You'll acquire industry-relevant skills, blending your original discipline with professional application to meet the growing demand for skilled designers. Specialise in games design, data analytics, or interaction programming through elective modules, or undertake a research project to contribute new insights to the field.



What sets this course apart is its focus on human-centred design, preparing you to create digital technologies that integrate seamlessly into users' lives. You'll learn through real-world projects, developing solutions that combine your original discipline with advanced interaction design techniques. You will acquire advanced design skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to adapt to the unpredictable nature of user-centred projects. The course emphasises professional practice, project management, teamwork, and applying research to design.



Teaching combines studio-based learning with fieldwork, user testing, and project management, alongside theoretical studies in research methods. You'll apply established theories to practice, using research tools for ideation, development, and validation. You'll engage in research, develop autonomy, and apply expert judgement to your work.



Graduates emerge ready for roles such as interaction designer, UX researcher, and digital experience architect, with the skills to manage extensive projects and drive innovation in the workplace.



While industry demand for skilled interaction designers and various other jobs, such as user experience (UX) designers, service designers etc., is increasing, there is a lack of formal education/training offered by universities in interaction design. This course is designed to provide students with the most current and requisite skills in this fast-evolving field. Graduates possess skills in industrially applicable and cost-effective information environments (i.e. multimedia, interactive systems design and associated information technology). The course provides industry with graduates who can combine these skills with those of their original discipline in professional applications-oriented settings.



The course is committed to producing graduates who have a deep understanding of human-centred approaches to designing digital technologies. This ensures that 'products' created are more likely to 'fit' meaningfully into users' lives, because the design process is informed by a deep understanding of people's practices, particular situations and values.



The Master of Interaction Design is attractive to different types of learners, namely:



  1. those who are currently working in a job that is not related to interaction design
  2. those working in jobs closely related to interaction design, and
  3. those already working in interaction design-related jobs.

Admission Requirements

79+
176+
6.5+
58+
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Completed Australian master's or doctoral degree, or overseas equivalent.

OR

  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate certificate, or graduate diploma, or overseas equivalent with at least 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included).

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11272 Graduate Certificate in Interaction Design.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

2 Years
Feb
Jul

Domestic
35,090 AUD
International
52,990 AUD

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