Human-Computer Interaction, (part-time)

This module focuses on advanced topics in interaction design, exploring the various interfaces through which humans interact, and the characteristics of how human interaction is perceived as intuitive. The course will explore the sequential character of user experience based on the fields of Service Design and Design Thinking. The student will gain knowledge in the process from gathering user requirements, to design and implementation through lab-oriented development-methods.

This course aims for the students to gain a foundation in how to program user interfaces and understanding of the underlying system architecture. Candidates will acquire advanced understanding in interaction techniques, design cycles and prototyping. Further knowledge of the terminology used by programmers aim to bridge the gap to developers. In practical skills the candidates will be required to design, implement and test/evaluate prototypes, through their developed user interfaces, chosen input/output techniques and executable programs. After successful completion of the course it is expected critical reflection on contemporary themes within user interfaces and the ability to critically discuss suitable UI approached to align with underlying system architecture.

Research is a cyclical process where new and carefully planned investigations build and extend on established work. The aim is to provide students with a fundamental understanding of research as a conceptual, empirical and practical approach to gathering new insight and knowledge within HCI. Teaching centres on applied research from the field of HCI and presents students with relevant methods from this domain, along with their possibilities and limitations.

Emphasising the importance of background work with a solid understanding of past research, an important outcome of this course is a structured literature review that forms the foundation for a project plan. Furthermore, students will learn a systematic approach to empirical investigation, including research design and methodology, qualitative and quantitative analyses, and the presentation and evaluation of results.

At completion of the course, students will be prepared to begin work on their own research project.

Organizations need to develop project managers who can complete projects on time and within budget and this course addresses challenges such as the ability to manage projects and stakeholders, risk assessment and agile planning. Students will gain advanced knowledge of the key theories of project management and agile development. They will acquire specialised problem-solving skills, being able to plan and run a time-boxed iteration, and to use a project management tool. They shall take responsibility to conduct plan, organise and control an agile IS project.

The aim of this course is to provide the student with an opportunity to develop systematic understanding and critical awareness on the solution of a relevant problem in the student¿s focal area. Students will gain advanced knowledge of the research process at Master level, including a deep knowledge of selected theories. They will acquire specialized problem-solving skills, be able to plan and conduct the steps in the research or development process at a high standard. They shall take responsibility to conduct a well planned and executed project at Master level.