Master of Human Interface Technology
University of Canterbury
Subject area
Computer Science not elsewhere classified
Qualification
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Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree with Honours in an appropriate field.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates will have gained a detailed knowledge of the research area of Human Interface Technology chosen for their thesis topic. In addition they will have knowledge of key interface design principles, the ability to describe and evaluate interface hardware and software, the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and the skills to conduct research and development in Human Interface Technology. Graduates will be able to apply fundamental knowledge in Human Interface Technology to solve problems in the interaction between humans and technology. They will be able to integrate knowledge from different diciplines to handle complex problems. They will also be able to communicate the results of their work in a way which is accessible to a multi-disciplinary audience.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Computer Science at this level can earn:
$72,000
Median earnings one year after study
$78,000
Median earnings two years after study
$111,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
81%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2022
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
GCSB Women in STEM Scholarship
Provided by:
New Zealand Intelligence Community - Organisational Development New Zealand Intelligence Community
Website:
https://www.gcsb.govt.nz/working-for-us/gcsb-women-in-stem-scholarship/
Value:
The value of this award is $10,000, which can be spread over three years depending on your study plans.
Rural Women New Zealand Tertiary Bursaries
Provided by:
Rural Women New Zealand
Website:
https://ruralwomennz.nz/services/charitable-grants/
Value:
$1,000 each.
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 827 748
Phone: (03) 369 3999
Web: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz
Sources
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