MSc Human-Computer Interaction (Online)

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12 monthsProgram duration

16,500 GBPTuition Fee/year

08 Aug, 2025Application Deadline

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Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Designing interactive products and services requires a deep understanding of human capabilities, contexts and values; an appreciation of current and future directions in interface technology design; and an understanding of how design can bridge the gap from possibility to reality. This online MSc in Human-Computer Interaction meets these needs by training skilled Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) specialists who can apply and advocate for a human-centred approach to technology design, evaluation and research. As a graduate of this programme, you will possess a detailed understanding of HCI theories, frameworks and methods. You will also have communication and creative problem-solving skills of value in a variety of roles in the User Experience (UX) industry.

The programme has been designed to support applicants in mid-career roles who wish to transition into a position in the UX industry, and new graduates who wish to gain a master’s degree in HCI remotely.

Teaching will be delivered online and largely synchronously through live lectures, labs and seminars by world-leading researchers and educators based in the Bristol Interaction Group. Recordings of live lectures will also be made available.

This MSc will provide you with opportunities to develop:

A thorough grasp of key concepts and methodologies that underpin HCI, including principles of design, human factors, accessibility and inclusion, usability, human-AI interaction, and user experience.
Flexible and sound judgement in how to design and evaluate interactive technologies for human use.
The practical skills required to advocate for, manage, deliver and communicate human-focused projects in both academic and professional settings.
The ability to apply user interface design and user experience research methods;
Knowledge and understanding of theories of human factors, cognition, behaviour, social interaction and user experience in the context of technology use, including an appreciation for the historical and socio-cultural impacts of HCI.
Reflective practice, encouraging you to critically evaluate your own work and that of others, acknowledging the personal, social, economic, cultural, environmental, and ethical aspects that may influence HCI and adoption.
A critical engagement with the state-of-the-art in HCI research in both academia and industry.
Skills that will prepare you to be part of the next generation of leaders in the HCI industry. These will include project management, team collaboration, responsible innovation, problem-solving, ideation, and research translation.

By pursuing this programme, you will not only advance your understanding of HCI but you’ll develop a professional identity as a HCI practitioner, contributing thoughtfully and effectively to a field that continues to shape the future. Read less

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

A thorough grasp of key concepts and methodologies that underpin HCI, including principles of design, human factors, accessibility and inclusion, usability, human-AI interaction, and user experience.
Flexible and sound judgement in how to design and evaluate interactive technologies for human use.
The practical skills required to advocate for, manage, deliver and communicate human-focused projects in both academic and professional settings.
The ability to apply user interface design and user experience research methods;
Knowledge and understanding of theories of human factors, cognition, behaviour, social interaction and user experience in the context of technology use, including an appreciation for the historical and socio-cultural impacts of HCI.
Reflective practice, encouraging you to critically evaluate your own work and that of others, acknowledging the personal, social, economic, cultural, environmental, and ethical aspects that may influence HCI and adoption.
A critical engagement with the state-of-the-art in HCI research in both academia and industry.
Skills that will prepare you to be part of the next generation of leaders in the HCI industry. These will include project management, team collaboration, responsible innovation, problem-solving, ideation, and research translation.

Admission Requirements

IELTS

7.5+

GPA

3.3+

PTE Academic

78+

TOEFL

103+

An upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in Computer Science, Psychology, Social Sciences, Design, Engineering, Philosophy, Health Sciences, Business. Applications from other degree backgrounds will also be considered and will need to demonstrate relevant experience. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. Specific module requirements may still apply.

Application Deadline

08 Aug 2025

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

16,500 GBP

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

16,500 GBP

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Subject: Computer Science and Information Systems

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66.2

Academic Reputation

57.9

Citations per Paper

82.8

Employer Reputation

H-index Citations

International Research Network

63.1

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