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Postgraduate Diploma in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in User Experience and Luxury Ergonomics. 8 modules covering ISO 9241-210 (human-centred design), ISO 6954 (vibration and habitability on ships) and Rhinoceros 3D. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Postgraduate Diploma in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics — studying from the United States

Naval and offshore engineering in the United States is concentrated in Virginia, Maine, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. Shipbuilders such as HII (Huntington Ingalls Industries) and General Dynamics Electric Boat design and construct naval vessels, while offshore energy firms develop platforms and subsea systems. The recreational marine sector, including boat builders in Florida and the Carolinas, adds demand for hull, propulsion and marine systems expertise. Classification societies and government regulators set rigorous standards for safety and performance.

Fees for the United States: 1,220 US$ (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.

Relevant bodies in the United States

  • U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
  • American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
  • Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME)
  • National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)

Typical roles

  • Naval Architect
  • Marine Engineer
  • Offshore Structures Engineer
  • Hull Design Engineer

Questions from the United States

Can I study from any state?

Yes. Programmes are 100% online, so you can study from anywhere in the United States with a reliable internet connection.

Is the programme taught in English?

Yes. All programmes are taught in English, with technical materials and assessments delivered in that language.

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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Apply user-centred design to onboard space planning.

02

Use anthropometric data to size spaces and furniture.

03

Assess thermal, acoustic and vibration comfort in line with applicable regulations.

04

Design luxury interiors that integrate aesthetics, functionality and maintenance.

05

Define intuitive interfaces and technology interaction for guests and crew.

06

Design the service experience throughout the voyage.

07

Validate solutions through user testing and prototypes.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Yacht interior designer looking to specialise in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics.
  • Nautical user experience specialist looking to specialise in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics.
  • Acoustic and vibration comfort engineer looking to specialise in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics.
  • Ergonomics consultant looking to specialise in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics.
  • Onboard interaction designer looking to specialise in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics.
  • Naval interior design project manager looking to specialise in Luxury User Experience and Ergonomics.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter superyacht construction.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 9241-210 (human-centred design)
  • ISO 6954 (vibration and habitability on ships)
  • Onboard noise level code (Res. MSC.337(91))
  • ISO 7730 (thermal comfort)
  • ISO 7250-1 (anthropometric measurements)
  • ISO 2631-1 (whole-body vibration)
  • MLC 2006 (crew accommodation)
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1User-centred design process (ISO 9241-210)
  2. 1.2Owner, guest and crew profiles
  3. 1.3Guest experience maps
  4. 1.4Guest and crew circulation flows
  5. 1.5Separation of service and leisure areas
  6. 1.6User research on luxury yachts
  7. 1.7Personas and usage scenarios
  8. 1.8Privacy and discretion requirements
  9. 1.9Experience and satisfaction metrics
  10. 1.10Workshop: charter-day experience map
  1. 2.1Anthropometric data and design percentiles
  2. 2.2Sizing beds, seats and tables
  3. 2.3Handrail and step heights on stairs
  4. 2.4Accessibility and reduced mobility onboard
  5. 2.5Comfort in motion: pitch and roll
  6. 2.6Seasickness and comfort criteria (ISO 2631-1)
  7. 2.7Posture and support during navigation
  8. 2.8Reach zones in bathrooms and galleys
  9. 2.9Fall safety on deck
  10. 2.10Laboratory: anthropometric assessment of a cabin
  1. 3.1Thermal comfort: PMV and PPD (ISO 7730)
  2. 3.2Quiet air conditioning and air distribution
  3. 3.3Cabin noise and Code MSC.337(91)
  4. 3.4Vibration and habitability comfort (ISO 20283-5)
  5. 3.5Natural and artificial lighting
  6. 3.6Circadian lighting and lighting scenes
  7. 3.7Air quality and odour control
  8. 3.8Acoustic comfort in lounges and cinemas
  9. 3.9Comfort notations of classification societies
  10. 3.10Case study: comfort diagnosis of a VIP cabin
  1. 4.1Superyacht space programme
  2. 4.2Owner's suite: layout and services
  3. 4.3Lounges, dining rooms and social areas
  4. 4.4Beach club and bathing platforms
  5. 4.5Spa, gym and wellbeing
  6. 4.6Outdoor spaces and shade
  7. 4.7Tactile materials and perception of quality
  8. 4.8Personalisation and owner's style
  9. 4.9Integrating art and valuable objects
  10. 4.10Workshop: main deck layout
  1. 5.1Home automation and cabin control systems
  2. 5.2Touch interface design for guests
  3. 5.3Audiovisual, connectivity and entertainment
  4. 5.4Voice control and mobile applications
  5. 5.5Usability: applying Nielsen's heuristics
  6. 5.6Usability testing with prototypes
  7. 5.7Guest cybersecurity and privacy
  8. 5.8Accessibility of digital interfaces
  9. 5.9Visual consistency and signage
  10. 5.10Practice: cabin control interface prototype
  1. 6.1Service blueprint and touchpoints
  2. 6.2Ergonomics of crew roles and service areas
  3. 6.3Hidden crew routes
  4. 6.4Dumbwaiters, pantries and interior logistics
  5. 6.5Luggage and water toys handling
  6. 6.6Guest boarding and disembarkation
  7. 6.7Tender and shore transfers
  8. 6.8Measuring guest satisfaction
  9. 6.9Service recovery after incidents
  10. 6.10Case study: dining service blueprint
  1. 7.1Design review with 1:1 mock-ups
  2. 7.2Virtual reality for interior validation
  3. 7.3Heuristic evaluation and cognitive walkthroughs
  4. 7.4Comfort testing under way
  5. 7.5Post-charter surveys and interviews
  6. 7.6Complaint analysis and feedback
  7. 7.7Experience indicators (NPS and CSAT)
  8. 7.8Design iteration and lessons learned
  9. 7.9Documentation for shipyard and designer
  10. 7.10Practice: virtual reality validation of a suite
  1. 8.1Owner briefing and analysis
  2. 8.2User research
  3. 8.3Space conceptualisation
  4. 8.4Comfort and ergonomics criteria
  5. 8.5Interaction and technology design
  6. 8.6Service blueprint
  7. 8.7Validation plan
  8. 8.8Shipyard specification
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it easy to combine with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Rhinoceros 3D, Siemens Jack, Figma, Autodesk 3ds Max, Unreal Engine, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real onboard comfort assessment procedures, user usability testing, mock-ups and immersive virtual reality. Assessment is continuous per module, plus the final integrative project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL and vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, with cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as its pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Owner briefing and analysis

Apply user-centred design to onboard space planning.

User research

Use anthropometric data to size spaces and furniture.

Space conceptualisation

Assess thermal, acoustic and vibration comfort in line with applicable regulations.

Comfort and ergonomics criteria

Design luxury interiors that integrate aesthetics, functionality and maintenance.

Interaction and technology design

Define intuitive interfaces and technology interaction for guests and crew.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Yacht interior designerNautical user experience specialistAcoustic and vibration comfort engineerErgonomics consultantOnboard interaction designerNaval interior design project manager
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 800 hours over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.

You will work with Rhinoceros 3D, Siemens Jack, Figma, Autodesk 3ds Max and Unreal Engine. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing continuous assessment and the final integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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