MA in Human Experience Design Interactions

Beginning Fall 2023, the Master of Arts in Human Experience Design Interactions (MA_HXDI) is STEM designated. The MA_HXDI program is currently ranked #6 Best Master's in Human Computer Interaction by College Rank. Comprised of 33 semester units, the program prepares students andor returning professionals from diverse undergraduate backgrounds for advanced multidisciplinary design work in careers of their choice. Through the MA_HXDI program, students will develop expertise in the tools and methods of experience design as a strategy for making and adding value to systems, products, spaces, and services. Through a diverse faculty and collaborations with leading organizations, students will use cutting-edge technology tools while developing novel solutions to complex challenges. These tools provide both the quantitative data to support the qualitative research of human-centered design, as well as the digital interactions of contemporary human communication and experience. This ‘theory plus practice’ approach prepares students to smoothly transition into the broad spectrum of professional design roles, from design research to interaction design. Through research labs in the department of design, students have the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research, independently and through collaborations with business, government, education, entertainment, health care, and technology organizations. These collaborations provide students with highly sought after knowledge and skills for advanced design work.

Completion of a four-year college course of study including coursework that prepares students for graduate study in design and hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited or internationally recognized institution.