INFO20004 Usability Evaluation Methods

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

• Final exam 50%
• About 3 class hours a week
• 50% group work

Is INFO20004 hard?

INFO20004: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it harder: You must pass the exam on its own, 1 other hurdle task. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How to test whether a digital design is usable: industry methods for evaluating with users and improving the design.

After it you can

• Plan and run a usability test
• Analyse findings to spot design problems
• Recommend changes in a clear report

What you need first

INFO10003

• INFO10003 Fundamentals of Interaction Design

What it leads to

• INFO30008 Interactive Technology Project

Can’t be taken together with

• INFO30004

Careers

Helps toward: Graphic designer, Landscape architect, Interior Designer, Architect, Interaction designer, Performance designer, Service designer, User experience designer, Web and social media developer

How it’s assessed

Projects 10%, Reports and essays 40%, Final exam 50%, Assignments 0%

Student reviews and ratings

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Quick answers

When is INFO20004 offered?

Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

What do I need before taking INFO20004?

Needs INFO10003.

Does INFO20004 have a final exam?

Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. You must pass the exam on its own. Assessment: Projects 10%, Reports and essays 40%, Final exam 50%, Assignments 0%.

How many class hours a week does INFO20004 have?

3 h a week in class

Can I take INFO20004 as breadth?

No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.

What can I take after INFO20004?

1 subjects need it first, for example INFO30008.

Can I rate INFO20004?

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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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