Overview
The Program
- This interdisciplinary Master of Science in Human-Computer Interaction program from DePaul University integrates concepts and methods from computer science, graphic design and the social sciences.
- Drawing upon these concepts and methods, students learn user-centered and participatory design approaches as they create information and communication technologies (ICTs) such as dynamic web sites, mobile apps and desktop applications.
- Particular emphasis is given to ICT evaluation, exploratory user research, information architecture, interaction design, and prototype development.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- User-Centered Design
- User-Centered Development
- Foundations of Human-Computer Interaction
- Prototyping and Implementation
- Usability Evaluation Methods
- Design Fundamentals
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Human Computer Interaction Media Studies & Mass Media View 338 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete online application ($25 application fee)
- Submit official transcripts from all college and universities attended, one of which must show the conferral of a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- U.S. college and university transcripts should be mailed to the address below
- DePaul alumni/undergraduate students applying for graduate admission must also submit a DePaul transcript.Request a free electronic transcript.
- Individuals with international transcripts need to have a course by course transcript evaluated by one of the three evaluation companies that DePaul University accepts. Please visit the Transcript Evaluation page for more information.
Tuition Fee
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International
22932 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 882 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
22932 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 882 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Chicago
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.