
This field caters for students seeking knowledge and practical experience in understanding how humans interact with electronic devices and other new technologies.
It builds on core entrepreneurship and innovation principles to hone skills in digital prototyping and designing interaction between humans and technology. Completion of this field will provide a toolkit for entrepreneurs and innovators to better design information technologies for businesses, enhancing the customer experience.
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Online learning adviser
- Architecture lead
- Design technology teacher
- Solution design manager
- Business intelligence analyst
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How you'll learn
In 2023, we'll be teaching on campus, with online options (for most programs and plans) for students who can't attend in person. See the list of programs and plans you can't commence online.
Course delivery modes may change in future semesters.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'.
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