Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) (ARB202.3)

Interact with industry and get ahead of the curve

Interaction Design (IxD), also known as UI/UX, is the art of creating interactive digital experiences. This is comprised of User Interface (UI) design, which involves designing the interface of software and machines such as computers, mobile devices, home appliances, and other electronic devices to maximise usability. It also includes User Experience (UX) design, which centres on understanding of the target users’ behaviours, attitudes, and emotions towards a particular product or digital service in a given context.

This course explores fundamental theories, concepts, tools, and contemporary UI – UX techniques to teach you how people engage with different digital technologies and services across screens, mobile, and virtual platforms. You’ll grow to understand human behaviour and emotions, and use this knowledge to design human-centric interactive experiences.

At UC, you’ll undertake various projects, culminating in a portfolio of work showcasing your creativity, problem-solving skills, and technological expertise. Upon graduation, you’ll be a well-rounded UI/UX designer and future leader, specialising in finding ways to make technology more accessible.

Study a Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) at UC and you will:

• understand the different stages involved in software development
• know how to select appropriate methods in designing and prototyping interactive artefacts as applicable to industry practices
• demonstrate advanced knowledge of usability and accessibility
• select appropriate tools to build and manage both screen-based and physical interactive artefacts
• gain the knowledge and skills necessary to launch your own interaction design business or seek employment within global markets across all industries.

Study your way

Enjoy the freedom of choice: select the online study mode for self-paced learning and optimal study-work-life balance, or on-campus study mode for face-to-face classes.

Work Integrated Learning

On campus

The Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) integrates theory with real-world practice through UC’s Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, designed to prepare students for their future careers. UC provides diverse WIL options, including industry case studies, guest speakers, internships, work placements, industry projects, competitions, exhibitions, study tours, virtual experiences and more.

You’ll learn about interaction design from real-world industry practitioners and will undertake live industry briefs with the opportunity to progress your designs into production. You’ll work collaboratively with fellow Bachelor of Design students on projects for clients like Questacon, website companies and exhibition organisers. You’ll also undertake an internship with a company of your choice, such as a private organisation, government department, advertising agency or design firm.

Online

Students who choose to study online can access virtual WIL opportunities. This content includes on-demand guest lectures, industry case studies and industry projects.

Students studying both face-to-face and online will have access to support services including Careers UC, who are available to assist with employment pathways and personal development.

Career opportunities

• Interaction Designer
• UX (user experience) Designer
• UI (user interface) Designer
• Visual Designer
• Digital Designer
• Usability Researcher
• Information Architect
• UI Artist
• UX/UI Developer
• Content Strategist
• Web Designer/Developer
• Web/mobile Designer
• Front-End Web Developer/Designer
• Back-End Web Developer

Course-specific information

Signature overseas short-term study options have been tailored specifically to this course so that high-achieving students have an opportunity to work with leading designers and students at prestigious overseas institutions. Students can choose to use their breadth units for their overseas Study Abroad experience.

Standard entry to this course is by selection rank, but a portfolio entry is also possible.