MSc Human-Computer Interaction
September 2025
Full time
18 months
Suzhou
This programme leads to a University of Liverpool degree which is recognised by Ministry of Education, China.
Knowledge and skills
By the time you graduate from the MSc Human-Computer Interaction programme, you will have:
- in-depth understanding of the latest developments in the field of HCI and related disciplines
- a solid foundation in both the theory and practice of designing, developing, deploying, and evaluating human-centered engineering systems and applications
- advanced capabilities in the creation and improvement of innovative technologies.
Human-Computer Interaction is an inherently multidisciplinary field devoted to the design, development, deployment, and evaluation of seamless systems and interfaces between people and technology. Our research-driven MSc cultivates advanced, human-centred engineering expertise, enabling graduates to create intelligent systems that are both effective and truly user-focused.
For further information, please contact: Yushan.Pan@xjtlu.edu.cn
Yushan Pan
Programme Director
Modules
*Programme modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change. XJTLU students are advised to log in to the e-Bridge Portal to view the effectuated module structure.
The university offers a broad range of activities aiming to enrich master students’ theoretical and experiential learning and professional development. Trainings, workshops and seminars, covering varieties of themes and topics, both generic and subject-specific, are often offered at both university and school/department levels. You may also be provided with opportunities to work as a teaching assistant, research assistant, or intern at XJTLU. Depending on the programme, field trips and company visits may be organized, and invited talks may be given by the industrial experts and professionals. Such activities will not only support you in your programme study, but also develop your personal and professional skills and enhance your overall employability.
Careers
In addition to offering a solid foundation for future PhD pursuits and careers in research, graduates from this programme will be able to perform roles including:
- Usability analyst/specialists
- User experience designers
- Human factor engineers
- Application developers
- Interaction designers
- Video-game designers/developers
- Computer-robot interaction specialists
- Information engineers.
Overview
Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) has become one of the most important areas for the success of modern computing technologies and software applications. Specialists with skills in HCI are in great demand to help deliver solutions within increasingly dynamic and complex environments and for increasingly diverse uses.
The MSc in Human-Computer Interaction meets market demand for engineers and specialists who can design, develop, deploy, and evaluate computer and intelligent systems. This programme integrates the latest research advances in the field of HCI, powering a unique research-led teaching and learning environment. The knowledge and skills offered by this programme can be applied to an ever-growing range of areas:
XJTLU-JITRI Joint-Supervision Pathway
This programme also offers XJTLU-JITRI joint supervision pathway which leverage the strength from both XJTLU and the research institutes and leading enterprises of Jiangsu Industrial Technology Research Institute (JITRI) to promote in-depth integration between industry, education and research. Through the unique training model integrating specialised module study, industrial research practice and dual supervision mechanism, we aim to cultivate cross-disciplinary talents who are innovative, application-oriented and with high-level international perspective.
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