Design for Performance and Interaction is a novel academic field and UCL is one of only very few institutions where it can be studied. The core idea that drives the programme is that the creation of spaces for performance and the creation of performances within them are regarded as symbiotic design activities. Students learn how to use software that simulates performance spaces and the behaviour of people in different conditions. They learn how to manipulate software and physical hardware to create both simulated and actual 1:1 performance space and performances in an architectural context.
CareersCareers in physical and virtual interaction design, the design of performance spaces and creation of performative events form one of the most vibrant parts of global design endeavour in the 21st century. They are also the subject of extensive academic research.
EmployabilityStudents have the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge and experience of: the design and production of well-considered spaces; performances and interactive assemblies; presenting work in a portfolio context; the application of analytical and sensing programmes; the application of digital and analogue setting and performance techniques; the production of an illustrated written research report in an academic context.
September 2025
UCL (University College London)
Gower Street,
London,
Camden,
WC1E 6BT, Southern England, United Kingdom
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