Course Brief

The main aims of this course are to:
1. provide students with a fundamental understanding of the current theories, practices and principles of user interface design and evaluation.
2. provide students with the knowledge of how user-centred design helps to build user interfaces which are accessible, easy to learn and friendly to use.
3. enable students to gain an appreciation of the concepts of colour theory, font terminology, layout and graphic design elements in terms of visual user interface design.

In addition, the course aims to equip students with an appreciation of Ethical, Legal, Social & Professional Issues. Specifically, the course aims to enable students to:
• understand and apply the ethical and social implications of policies and legal standards plus the professional standards and codes of conduct to the design of user interfaces;
• appreciate the impact of user interfaces on the individual and society.

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  1. Identify and discuss the issues, principles and practices involved in developing and evaluating interfaces for interactive applications
  2. Demonstrate an awareness of human-computer interface standards and guidelines
  3. Select and apply appropriate principles, concepts and models within a user-centred design process for the development and evaluation of interactive system interfaces
  4. Propose and design solutions that are suitable to different users and contexts

HCI context; Principles of graphical user interfaces (GUIs); Managing design processes for user-centred design; User research and user personas; Ideation and prototyping; Information Architecture; Standards, guidelines, principles and theories; Design patterns; Designing for different devices; Evaluating interface designs (e.g. usability, heuristics); Interface visual design (e.g. colour, fonts, layout) and interaction methods; Accessibility design; Contemporary and emergent interactive technologies (e.g. touch, speech, VR).

Furthermore, the course aims to help students develop their personal and professional skills. In particular, the course aims to enable students to:
• develop key cognitive skills with respect to relating theoretical concepts to practical implementations;
• develop key transferable skills in problem solving and decision making; communication skills; working with others and working to deadlines;
• present work in a variety of ways including a report and presentations.

Concepts will be introduced in lectures and practical exercises and problem solving will be done through tutorials and labs.

Coursework – 100%

  • BSc (Hons) Computing

    The BSc (Hons) Computing programme with specialisms in network systems or information systems is offered by SBCS Global Learning Institute, in collaboration with the University of Greenwich (UK). It is recognized by the Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago (ACTT) and is the next step after completing any one of the qualifications listed below: 

    • SBCS Diploma in Computing
    • Cape/A-level graduates,
    • Comparable qualification as assessed by the University of Greenwich

    To confirm your eligibility see our Entry Requirements tab below for more information or email us at [email protected] 

    The next intake for this programme will be in SEPTEMBER 2025

    REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 8, 2025

    CLASSES BEGIN: SEPTEMBER 15, 2025

    For more details on fees, payment plans and courses email: DOWNLOAD THE BRIEF 

    DISCOUNTS

    SBCS Graduates Diploma in Computing: 5% off tuition; no application fee.

     

    Why pursue the BSc (Hons) Computing from the University of Greenwich?

    • Allows for specializations in Information Systems or Networking
      • Pathway Offerings are based on student enrollment
    • Comprises of twenty modules and one Final Project
    • Flexible payment plans are available
    • The University of Greenwich is well established and has been in existence since 1890
    • SBCS GLI has been a collaborative partner with the University for  over 20 years
    • Graduates can compete for some of the top jobs in the field both locally and abroad
    • Get access to a large international alumni that provides opportunities for growing your professional network

     

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