How to get a job in human-computer interaction (HCI)

Human-computer interaction (HCI) is the branch of computer science that builds on social sciences and humanities.

What does it mean, and what does it take, to have HCI as your profession?

We explain what you must understand, in order to be one of the 1% of applicants who get into HCI schools, and the even smaller group of people who go on to make a living from it.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
05:05 HCI is academic research
09:48 HCI is computer science
12:22 HCI builds on social sciences and humanities
16:29 Closing

[DzakiDwitama]

it was so well explained, im an undergraduate degree with a thesis about Cyberpsychology. This video has the comprehensive explanation on what HCI would be. So i guess i need to start to learn about computers now

[zarifkaisar]

Well, firstly, you have inspired me and reminded me of what it means to be an HCI researcher. And how competent I need to become to call myself a computer scientist. Even though I have two research papers published in 2020 and because of that feeble accomplishment I kind of made myself believe that I had achieved a lot and done something superior which in reality was far from the truth. Because of that, I had published no research paper in 2021. And that is only because of my procrastination and lack of motivation and a bit of pride. I indeed acknowledge those publications but still, I think I failed to utilize that I needed to keep going as a researcher to understand the world. And compared to the vast ocean pool of knowledge out there I will always know nothing. And I will always be feeble and there is nothing to have pride for. It's just always a process of hard work and collaboration. Always a cycle of a scientific. process. I had to keep reading, keep up to date with the latest scientific discovery and keep exploring and learning all the branches of computer science. So, that's what my resolution is. Not only for this year. For the days to come. I always have to try to be better.

[shriya]

I'm so glad I found your channel, i was looking for this clarity but hadn't found it anywhere yet

[lexithehobbyist]

Thanks! I'm writing a paper for my intro HCI class for my master's program and this helped get me off to a good start.

[Αρης-ρπ]

Thank you for your crystal clear explanation of the field. I am just finishing my master's in computing and writing my thesis in human ai collaboration in the cockpit of airline aircrafts. As a pilot myself i am looking to move into hci research driven by the human factors engagement with automation. Hope to be able to cope on this even i am at my 50s

[douglasribeiro]

I'm a psychologist and recently decided to expand my work and research field. I'm studying in the first semester of Neuroscience one of the specialization is HCI related to neuroscience, cognition, perception, and other areas. I'm an international student in the United States the only concern that I have is the shortage of jobs in this field. As you mentioned not every company has the budget to maintain a professional in this field. I believe if I decided to go into this field I must have great ideas created by my own thoughts. So, what kind of advice would you give to someone with my academic and professional background?

[aryheic]

Really appreciate the efforts and the genuine information. Will be extremely useful to me and many others

[Electheo]

Thanks! You’re one of the few making such insightful videos about HCI!
If I may I would like to ask your comment on choosing HCI as a master for a bachelor engineer. I focus on electrical parts and projects manage projects. I’ve been fascinated by human behavior and philosophy for the past year but only to the level of learn about it, not applying. Now, I’m interested in knowing if you know of HCI workers with a background like mine. How they perform and what kind of work they do.
It might be a big question but I hope to hear from you :) gonna watch more of your videos now

[dmystfy]

Great video! My b.s. is in anthropology. Im starting my masters in HCI in a few weeks!

[shriya]

also can u tell you us what's the similarity/difference/overlap between hci and ux? what does hci mean for designers apart from studying user experience? would really appreciate it!

[SONICDANCEZ]

Thank you so much for the insights! I am seriously considering entering the HCI field.

[draxthor]

So if you love designing UI, which discipline should you look into then?

[peppermills]

I am a rising junior in Human Systems Engineering and planning to go to grad school for at least a Master's. I am triple majoring in English, Finance, and HSE. Do you think l'm on the right track? I have anxiety about not finding work in the field l love (hence my other degree in Finance). Also, do you have any suggestions for me if l wanted to work with human factors research in aviation? Thank you so much, your channel is BOMB!

[TimtheYawner]

Currently double majoring in Computer Science and Linguistics, would you say that is good for applying to phd programs in hci?

[dhiyaabdurrahman]

Hello, It's my first time to get to know HCI and HCI will be my research area in master degree in computer science, i'm really nervous about that, can you give me advice first work do i need to do as a master student research in this area?

[somebodytou]

I just finished my undergraduate double majoring psychology and computer science I got accepted to master in hci, but watching this im regretting my choice 😂

[rm]

Is it common to have bachelor's of HCI?
Is it different than others? Experience Design, Interaction Design in bachelor?

maybe HCI can take it at engineer type of school and Experience/Interaction Design is usually in Designing school??

because I did find something similar in Bachelor like Interaction Design/Experience Design. And I'm thinking about taking university transfer program in college to get ready for HCI in bachelor then study bit of engineering, marketing or UX design in the future.


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I turned 20 this year. lived in canada BC for 2 years in high school. came here without knowing how to spell Hello. lol

I think I want to do something like UX designer, Marketer (Possibly digital marketer, marketing management, product marketer?)

at the end I might open up my own company.

Im not smart, not good at math (i like it more than remember years like history but still lol) as u can see my english is not my first language. Is this a good career-path to study?

I thought abt study marketing for bachelor but I also hear that depends on the school, they teach old theory and u don't get to learn newest one and theory is just a theory. knowing other skill from Uni or even diploma with online UX course to combine different skill is better sometimes.

Industrial engineer sounds good to. as long as it is worth paying and good for future which is making new business or knowledge to make better service/product, or problem solving. not too too hard. Im willing to study but i also don't wanna go for impassible program.

sorry to write it long. but hopefully you can answer them. and it is trend to have master of HCI?

[crabbynebula]

more psychology/social sciences students here trying to figure out what to do with that bachelor we got?😅

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