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Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design)
University of Canberra
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00212K
Interaction Design (also known as IxD) is the practice of designing interactive digital products, environments, systems, services and products for use by people. By studying at UC youll explore the capabilities of humans in terms of emotion, perception and cognitive ability, and use this knowledge to conceive, design and build human-centric interaction systems. Youll investigate key theories, concepts, tools and contemporary interaction design techniques and learn how people engage with different digital technologies based on screen, mobile and virtual platforms. The course includes a variety of projects which lead to an impressive body of work demonstrating your creativity, problem-solving skills and technological know-how. Youll graduate as a well-rounded interaction designer and future leader who specialises in finding ways to help people access and seamlessly interact with technology.
Structure
72 credit points
Subjects
- Subjects include: Professional Orientation
- Professional Practice: Work Integrated Learning
- Visual Representation Techniques
- Introduction to Design Thinking Techniques
- Introduction to Interaction and User-Centred Design
- Design Culture and Society
- Human Factors for Interaction Design
- Programming for Design
- Front-end Web Design
- Affective Interaction Design
- Back-end Web Development
- Tangible and Embodied Interaction Design
- Designing for Data Informed User Experience
- Social Interaction Design. Students may also choose from a wide range of elective breadth majors.
Standard entry requirements
- Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: Year 12 ATAR
- Other Australian Qualification
- Work experience
- Overseas qualification.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UC College, Bruce | International: $105,000 |
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