Usability and accessibility
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TK00BG70 |
| Curriculum: | TK 2024 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2025-2026) |
| Semester: | Spring |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Rajala, Päivi |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Learning Outcomes
After the course, the student understands the central role of usability, user experience and accessibility in websites and user interfaces. The student can evaluate the usability of websites and user interfaces from the perspective of a user and an expert. The student knows and can use usability evaluation methods and accessibility criteria. The student knows how to design websites and user interfaces that meet usability and accessibility standards, thus promoting a high-quality user experience for all users.
Student's Workload
Total workload: 81 h
- of which scheduled study: 24 h
- of which independent study: 57 h
Assessment of one's own learning 1 h is included in scheduled studies.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Web Design
Contents
User-Centric design
Usability research
User Experiance, UX
Accessibility
Usability evaluation methods
Expert evaluation of Usability
Usability testing by User
Regional Impact
Usability and accessibility are important to notice in the online communication of companies in the region. With user-friendly and accessible online communication, companies gain a competitive advantage.
Internationality
The content of the course supports the online communication needs of international companies in the region and enables the development of online communication, taking into account international challenges and the diversity of users.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Teacher-defined material
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures and virtual supported teaching
Assessment Criteria
5: The student is able to evaluate the usability, user experience and accessibility of the website excellently
3: The student is able to evaluate the usability, user experience and accessibility of the website well
1: The student is able to evaluate the usability, user experience and accessibility of the website
Assessment Methods
Numerical evaluation