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Department of Computer Science, Programme Catalogue 2015/16


TSCM-AWM31: MSc Human Computer Interaction

Leading to the award of MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION

Mode of attendance: Full-time incorporating placement


Year 1

Follow this link for further information on the NFAAR NFAAR-PGT assessment regulations: assessment regulations for students commencing study from 2011/12 onwards (students who commenced prior to 2011/12 should consult their programme handbook for their assessment regulations):
  • This programme has the following designated alternative programme (DAP):
  • Assessment Regulations: Appendix 11 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view
  • Programme progression requirement: 50%
  • Taught credits: 120; Dissertation/Project credits: 30


Semester 1: Taught Units

Compulsory Units:
CM50109 Software engineering 12 Credits
CM50121 Safety critical systems 6 Credits
Optional Units: Select 2 units from the following list:
Options should be chosen in consultation with the Director of Studies
CM50123 Networking 6 Credits
CM50200 Mobile and pervasive systems 6 Credits
ZZ50001 Director of Studies approved unit 6 Credits

Semester 2: Taught Units

Compulsory Units:
CM40179 Entrepreneurship 6 Credits
CM50150 Interactive communication design 6 Credits
CM50175 Research project preparation 12 Credits
Optional Units: Select 1 units from the following list:
Options should be chosen in consultation with the Director of Studies
CM40149 Collaborative systems 6 Credits
CM40198 Digital media 6 Credits
CM50205 Advanced human computer interaction 6 Credits
CM50209 Security and integrity 6 Credits
ZZ50005 Director of Studies approved unit 6 Credits

Dissertation Period: Taught Units

Compulsory Units:
This placement unit runs for 12 months from the end of Semester 2.
CM50250 Placement 60 Credits

Year 2

Follow this link for further information on the NFAAR NFAAR-PGT assessment regulations: assessment regulations for students commencing study from 2011/12 onwards (students who commenced prior to 2011/12 should consult their programme handbook for their assessment regulations):
  • This programme has the following designated alternative programme (DAP):
  • Assessment Regulations: Appendix 11 PDF format -requires Acrobat Reader to view
  • Programme progression requirement: 50%
  • Taught credits: 120; Dissertation/Project credits: 30


Dissertation Period: Project/Dissertation Units

Compulsory Units:
CM50170 Dissertation 30 Credits

Notes:
* Programmes and units may be changed at any time, in accordance with normal University procedures.
* This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2015/16 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2016/17 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
* NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to regular review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
* Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.