Course Summary
The MSc in Human Computer Interaction combines core elements and skills to prepare you to work within user experience and human computer interaction.
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Career Sectors
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Entry Requirements
This programme is intended for applicants with an undergraduate degree in any discipline.
An upper second-class honours NFQ Level 8 (or international equivalent) is required.
Applicants, whose first language is not English, should have an IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with 6.5 in Reading and Writing and no other component below 6.0, or equivalent ) Only applicants who have met the English language results will be considered.
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage. https://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/rpl/
Application Details
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Who Should Apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No
W521 MSc Human Computer Interaction Master of Science Full-Time Commencing September 2026 Graduate Taught
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
The MSc focuses on giving students the skills to understand and problem solve around user and societal issues facing us in an increasingly digital world.
Dublin is one of Europe’s digital hubs, with leading international technology companies such as Apple, Twitter, Facebook, Google, Microsoft and Intel having a presence. These companies rely on HCI expertise when developing their interfaces, experiences and products.
Careers related to this programme include: User Experience Researcher; Interaction Designer; User Interface Researcher; Conversation Designer; Media Analyst; Digital Policy Expert; Quantitative Data Analyst; Product Designer; Ergonomic Specialist; PhD Research in HCI.