Computing, artificial intelligence and ITHuman-Centred Computer SystemsDIP (PG) 2 terms full-time This option is available to EU and overseas candidates. This programme explores how to apply techniques from cognitive science, psychology and software engineering to the design, implementation and evaluation of systems.
In addition, the University of Sussex and American Express have joined forces to offer the opportunity to study for the MSc part time while working for American Express for two years part time. This opportunity is available to EU students only, and you must fulfil certain criteria (refer to the American Express box in the right-hand column below). Admission requirementsA good background in either psychology or computer science. Applicants from related disciplines may be considered. For further information on admission and IELTS/TOEFL requirements, please refer to Applications and selection. Programme structureAutumn term: you take the compulsory courses: Academic Development; Human-Computer Interaction; Object-Oriented Programming; and HCCS Advanced Topics. You also take one option (depending on previous experience) from: Programming Techniques; Introduction to Cognitive Ergonomics; Multimedia Design and Applications; and Models of Discovery, Invention and Design. Spring term: you take the three compulsory courses Software Design and Evaluation; Psychological Methods for Systems Evaluation; and Interdisciplinarity and Group Processes. You also take one option from: E-Business; Interactive Learning Environments; and Multimedia Design and Applications. Not all options are available every year; additional options may be available. AssessmentYou are assessed by coursework, examinations, essays, programming projects, group projects and presentations. |
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Please note: A DPhil is the term given by the University of Sussex to the award of Doctor of Philosophy by research, often referred to by other universities as a PhD. Research informationDetails of faculty and research information. Essentials
FeesRefer to Fees and finance for information on fees. Admissions and further informationPostgraduate Admissions, Refer to Applying to Sussex for further information on admissions and English language requirements. American Express
The University of Sussex and American Express have joined forces to offer an exciting new way to study and gain work experience. You will work for two years part-time in the Technologies division of American Express, based in the Sussex Innovation Centre on the University of Sussex campus, while also studying for an MSc in either Information Technology for E-Commerce or Human-Centred Computer Systems in the Department of Informatics.* Your tuition fees for the course will be paid by American Express and you will receive a competitive salary based on a working week of 30 hours. At the end of the two years, the highest performing students will have an opportunity to gain a full-time job with American Express. This opportunity is available to EU students only
and you must be entitled to study part-time and
work 30 hours per week in the UK to be eligible
for consideration.
For more information contact: * Please note that it is possible to study for the MSc in Information Technology for E-Commerce and the MSc in Human- Centred Computer Systems full-time or part-time, without undertaking the work experience component with American Express. |
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For pre-application enquiries:Student Recruitment Services |
For post-application enquiries:Postgraduate Admissions |
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Teaching term dates 2008-2009 | ||
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| Postgraduate students will normally be registered from 1 October 2008 to 30 September 2009 | ||
