Accessible and Sustainable Digital Services, Computing Sciences and Electrical Engineering

Studies

The Accessible and Sustainable Digital Services specialisation equips students to design, develop, and implement accessible digital services and environments for both public and private sectors. The curriculum goes beyond basic web accessibility education, addressing a wide range of societal domains such as culture, media, and game accessibility, as well as the accessibility of emerging technologies including artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

Students are trained not only to meet the requirements of accessibility legislation but also to design services that exceed legal standards. The specialization fosters an understanding of the diverse needs of individuals with and without disabilities, promoting inclusive and human-centered design practices.

Specialization

The courses cover topics such as accessibility legislation and policy, identifying beneficiaries of accessible design, and producing accessible services from multiple perspectives. These include subtitling, accessible communication, sign language, website design, assistive technologies, and adaptive strategies. The studies emphasize ethical and sustainability considerations in the development and application of digital technologies and provide methods for critical and sustainable design practice.

The specialization responds to the growing demand for accessibility expertise in an increasingly digital world. Accessibility should be considered from the outset when planning digital services, but existing services can also be adapted to meet accessibility standards.

Recognizing that accessibility intersects with all aspects of life, the program adopts a multidisciplinary approach. It acknowledges that accessibility is not only a technical challenge but also a social one, requiring a holistic understanding of the barriers faced by people with disabilities. The program also aims to be genuinely accessible to all eligible students.

Master’s Degree Programme

The Master’s Programme in Computing Sciences and Electrical Engineering, with a specialisation in Accessible and Sustainable Digital Services, focuses on understanding the diversity of digital cultures. Upon completion, students will be able to critically assess the role of digital media and information and communication technologies in contemporary and future societies, recognizing their ethical and societal implications.