The domain of Human-Computer Interaction is attracting considerable attention in many areas of industry and digital technologies in general. This master prepares students for jobs in academic research, research and development, industry and consulting: interaction designer, user interface specialist, designer and project manager of interactive applications on various supports: desktop computer, web, mobile, virtual and augmented reality.
The suitability of digital systems to user needs is a determining factor in the acceptability of systems and, ultimately, in the success of any digital product. Paris-Saclay University has one of the largest human-computer interaction research departments in Europe. The Human Computer Interaction program is ideal for jobs in companies with departments specializing in interaction design and in numerous university research teams working on the topic of human-machine interaction. This master's degree is taught entirely in English. It is a two-year program, divided into four semesters, but enrollment is only possible in September. The final semester is devoted to internships, which can be completed in a public laboratory or in industry.
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Skills
- Have insight and be able to explain the fundamental concepts of human-computer interaction
- Have expertise techniques needed to design and implement interactive human-computer systems using a user-centered approach
- Have expertise in methods for evaluating and comparing interactive human-computer systems adapted to the needs of their users
Objectives
- This curriculum covers the fundamental aspects of interaction, emphasizing multidisciplinary aspects, user-centered design and evaluation methods, and a wide range of forms of interaction
- It addresses Human-Computer Interfaces in their various forms: graphical, hybrid, tangible, multimodal, multi-surface, tactile, mobile, etc.
- It offers training in Virtual and Augmented Reality and its applications to video games, design, simulation, and training
Career Opportunities
Career prospects
Après un Master ou Master + Doctorat : chercheur ou enseignant-chercheur
Après Master + Doctorat : chercheur ou enseignant-chercheur
Après un Master ou Master + Doctorat : ingénieur (recherche et développement, contrôle, production…)
Expert science des données
Expert en gestion de données
Consultant en éthique de l’intelligence artificielle et de la data
Après un Master : Data scientist
Après un Master : Spécialiste en intelligence artificielle (IA)
Ingenieur R&D
Responsable de projets R&D
Chef de projet
Consultant
Délégué à la protection des données
Responsable de systèmes d’information
Further Study Opportunities
Doctorat
École d’ingénieur
Mémoire de recherche
Thèse de doctorat
Formations complémentaires en management de l’innovation
Les étudiants titulaires d’un M2 ont la possibilité de poursuivre dans la recherche en doctorat
Fees and scholarships
The amounts may vary depending on the programme and your personal circumstances.
Capacity
Available Places
Target Audience and Entry Requirements
- M1 (1st year of master) in Computer Sciences with a focus on Human-Computer Interactions. More specifically, the latter should include fundamental concepts of human-machine interaction, interactive systems programming, virtual or augmented reality, user-centered design, and methods for evaluating interactive systems. Bachelor’s degree (4 years), even with honors, is NOT sufficient to apply directly to our M2. You should apply to M1 instead
- English level B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) or above. Applicants must provide proof of their level of English for their file to be examined: Results of a standardized test (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.), proof of studies carried out in English, etc.
Application Period(s)
From 01/03/2026 to 30/04/2026
Supporting documents
Compulsory supporting documents
Copy diplomas.
Motivation letter.
All transcripts of the years / semesters validated since the high school diploma at the date of application.
Certificate of English level (compulsory for non-English speakers).
Curriculum Vitae.
Selection sheet completed.
Additional supporting documents
Supporting documents (TOEFL, TOEIC, certificate of a teacher ...) of a level of a foreign language.
VAP file (obligatory for all persons requesting a valuation of the assets to enter the diploma).
Supporting documents :
- Residence permit stating the country of residence of the first country
- Or receipt of request stating the country of first asylum
- Or document from the UNHCR granting refugee status
- Or receipt of refugee status request delivered in France
- Or residence permit stating the refugee status delivered in France
- Or document stating subsidiary protection in France or abroad
- Or document stating temporary protection in France or abroad.