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Core Module Information
Module title: User Interface Design
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: DES09149
Module leader: Tom Flint
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Art Design and Photography
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

In this module you will learn the history, principles and application of interface design. You will explore what counts as an interface and consider how to design touch points between people and systems and applications.Teaching will cover the history of interface design from physical interfaces to the digital. You will gain knowledge in the field of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) and how these principles have influenced contemporary interface design.You will learn principles of User Interface (UI) Design and how web design and design principles affect the positioning and layout of screen based interactions.You will apply practical skills in the design of a user interface for an existing or proposed product.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate an understanding of the history of interface design and human computer interaction.

LO2: Demonstrate an understanding of the scope and features of the practice of User Interface Design.

LO3: Demonstrate a critical understanding of how to evaluate and critique the design of interfaces.

LO4: Apply professional skills and techniques in the design of a user interface.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Tom Flint
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 A series of lectures covering the history, practice and contemporary understanding of interface design.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 20 A series of practical exercises in the development of user interface prototypes.
Online Guided independent study 160 A series of readings and practical exercises that will contribute to your knowledge of the subject. Practical exercises will help you develop the skills required for your assessment and interface prototype. Readings will develop your understanding of principles and theories of interaction design.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 40 1~2~3 Exam Period , WORDS= 2000 words This report will discuss and critique the interface of a specific product or service. This will include a discussion of historical context and how the interface draws from contemporary theory and practice.It will also detail your work toward creating your prototype and how your prototype responds to your critique of your chosen interface or service.
Project - Practical 40 2~3~4 Exam Period HOURS= 1 You will produce a functioning prototype of an existing or proposed product or service.This functioning prototype will respond to your critique in your report and demonstrate best practice according to theories of interaction design.
Project - Practical 20 1~2~3~4 Exam Period HOURS= 30-90 seconds You will create a video presenting your final project. This video will be targeted to a lay person and should be suitable for inclusion in a portfolio.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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