Whether it’s smart homes, industry 4.0, or autonomous vehicles – many of today’s most cutting-edge developments are based on interactions between humans and computers. In the international joint master program “Human-Computer Interaction”, you learn how to shape the way people interact with digital applications, products, and services. Understand the relationship between people and interactive systems and become an expert in one of today’s most dynamic and significant fields of innovation.
Degree awarded: Master of Science in Engineering (MSc)
Length of study: 4 semesters (2 years)
Study mode: full-time
Study places per year: 30
Location: Salzburg University of Applied Sciences (Campus Urstein) and Paris Lodron University Salzburg (Center for HCI, Campus Science City Itzling)
Language: English
Tuition: tuition fee at least € 363,- per semester (up to double the amount for non-EU countries) + € 20.70 student union fee per semester
Preparation course fee: for preparation courses organized by the University of Salzburg at least € 50,- per course
Why study Human-Computer Interaction at Salzburg University of Applied Sciences?
The joint master's program of Salzburg University of Applied Sciences and Paris Lodron University of Salzburg combines key competencies from computer science, design, and psychology. Drawing from several areas of knowledge, the degree program revolves around the research, design, and development of interactive systems and innovative forms of interaction.
The program is aimed at international graduates from fields such as human-computer interaction, design, media, or communication studies, and addresses the following topics:
HCI theory
methodology and prototyping
human factors & user experience engineering
interaction design & digital innovation
contextual interfaces
HCI innovations & future technologies