Qualitative User Research: Interview (1cr)

Objective

Qualitative User Research: An independently completed online course introducing the interview method. The method helps to understand users’ daily lives, experiences, and meanings to support design.

Content

Module 1: What is an interview? You will learn what a qualitative interview is, when it is used, and how it differs from other qualitative user research methods. Module 2: Design and implementation (opens in January 2026) This module covers key principles and practical considerations for planning and conducting qualitative interviews, including interview structure and practical implementation. Module 3: Analysing the material (opens in January 2026) This module focuses on analysing interview material and how insights from interviews can be used in design and development work.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is familiar with the interview method as a qualitative research method. The student completes the assigned tasks satisfactorily.