Overview

The Human Factors and Ergonomics M.Sc. at the University of Minnesota provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding how people interact with products, processes, and environments. Students learn to design and evaluate both physical and digital systems to ensure they are safe, effective, and user-friendly. This programme draws expertise from various colleges, including design, science, and public health.

Why Human Factors and Ergonomics at the University of Minnesota?

The university offers a unique interdisciplinary environment where faculty from the College of Design, the School of Public Health, and the College of Science and Engineering collaborate. Students benefit from extensive research facilities and specialised centres, such as the Wearable Technology Lab and the Human Dimensioning Lab. These resources allow for deep exploration into haptic technology, virtual reality, and infrastructure design.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 16776 per semester
National fee: USD 16776 per semester
Local fee: USD 10632 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a robust foundation in experimental design and research ethics. Students can choose between a thesis-focused track or a course-based option tailored for working professionals. Modules may include:

Human Cognitive and Physical Factors
Statistics
Experimental Design
Research Ethics
Haptic Technology
Human Interaction

Careers with Human Factors and Ergonomics

Graduates are prepared for professional roles involving the development and evaluation of complex systems. The programme equips students with the skills necessary to work in industries focused on safety, usability, and human-centred design. While some students pursue the M.Sc. as a terminal professional degree, others use the thesis-focused track as preparation for doctoral research and academic careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Factors in Design

Seminar: Philosophy of the Cognitive Sciences

Anthropometrics, Sizing & Fit

Human Factors and Work Analysis

Seminar: Cognition and Learning

Perceptual-Motor Control and Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-09-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Complete University of Minnesota Graduate School Application

Two selected Human Factors and Ergonomics faculty members with whom you would like to work

For MS applicants, indication of preference between Plan A and Plan C tracks.

Strong academic record with a preferred 3.0 GPA

Personal statement of your academic and professional goals specifying the area of human factors and ergonomics you would like to study (1–2 pages)

Diversity statement (1–2 pages; make the statement relevant for the Diversity of View and Experience Fellowship if applying)

GRE scores

Three letters of recommendation written by individuals who can judge your academic performance and promise as a student

All transcripts

Application fee of $75

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

33552 USD / year

≈ 33552 USD / year
Out-of-State

33552 USD / year

≈ 33552 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

21264 USD / year

≈ 21264 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

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