The course consists of an examined taught component, case studies and visits, and compulsory course work. Diploma students do not carry out a research project, but write an essay.
Projects constitute a novel piece of research, requiring literature review, research and write-up.
Most students carry out this research with an industrial sponsor. Many such projects are made available for students to choose and students may organise placements at companies in which they are interested. A selection of abstracts are available for viewing at the Ergonomics and HCI Unit.