INFO30005 Advanced Interface Prototyping

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

• No final exam: all coursework
• About 4 class hours a week
• 70% group work

Is INFO30005 hard?

INFO30005: Harder. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. Makes it harder: Reviewers say it’s hard (3 reviews), Reviewers say it takes a lot of time.

What you learn

Designing and prototyping for technology beyond screens, like AI, VR/AR, smart homes and voice.

After it you can

• Prototype different kinds of interactive devices
• Design a new user experience step by step
• Present design ideas to stakeholders

What you need first

INFO20005 and INFO20003

• INFO20005 User Interface Development
• INFO20003 Database Systems
• INFO90006 Fieldwork for Design
• INFO90004 Evaluating the User Experience

What it leads to

• COMP30022 IT Project

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

Reports and essays 30%, Projects 70%

Student reviews and ratings

Summarised from 3 students on StudentVIP (2020–2022)

• Very content-heavy; reviewers warn it is tough without prior web development experience.
• Plan to dedicate a lot of time, and expect hard multiple-choice questions.

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Quick answers

When is INFO30005 offered?

Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

What do I need before taking INFO30005?

Needs INFO20005 and INFO20003.

Does INFO30005 have a final exam?

No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 30%, Projects 70%.

Is INFO30005 hard?

From 3 student reviews on StudentVIP: Very content-heavy; reviewers warn it is tough without prior web development experience.

What do students say about INFO30005?

Very content-heavy; reviewers warn it is tough without prior web development experience. Plan to dedicate a lot of time, and expect hard multiple-choice questions.

How many class hours a week does INFO30005 have?

4 h a week in class

Can I take INFO30005 as breadth?

Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.

What can I take after INFO30005?

1 subjects need it first, for example COMP30022.

Can I rate INFO30005?

Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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