Human-Computer Interaction MSc

Entry requirements

Standard Entry

Applicants should normally have:

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in any subject. Other subject qualifications, equivalent professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

International qualifications:

If you have studied a non UK qualification, you can see how your qualifications compare to the standard entry criteria, by selecting the country that you received the qualification in, from our country pages. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry

English language requirements:

International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

*The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications

Months of entry

September

Course content

In a digital society, there is a growing demand for those who can think beyond the technical possibilities to consider the human side of ubiquitous computing. Human-Computer Interaction MSc aims to address this, developing your knowledge and skills to evaluate, design and critique technology and its effects on people and society. Designed for those who may not have a computer science background, this conversion course will provide you with both a theorical grounding and practical skills to become a successful human-computer interaction (HCI) practitioner in your future career path.

You'll explore the principles of HCI while engaging with issues such as ethical computing, AI as a design material, and multi-modal interfaces. You'll develop technical expertise in areas including usability testing, programming, and user-centred design, supported by research-rich teaching from staff active in the field.

Learning is practice-focused and mirrors real-world challenges, encouraging you to think critically and collaborate effectively. With access to modern facilities and online resources, you'll gain both theoretical grounding and industry-informed skills, preparing you to engage with emerging technologies and contribute to the design of inclusive, accessible, and innovative digital experiences.

Fees and funding