Interaction Design and Information Architecture

Overview

This 36-credit Interaction Design and Information Architecture programme of University of Baltimore emphasizes the design, development and application of significant information technologies to satisfy human needs and desires. Imagine, design and build interactive systems to address needs and interests that humankind is only beginning to recognize.

Key facts:

How the program works:

You’ll integrate elements of computer science with humanities and arts perspectives, developing in-demand skills that companies and organizations are avidly seeking.

Your professors, many of whom are managing active research projects, will expose you to cutting-edge topics and encourage you to present your own work at national conferences.

You’ll apply advanced technologies in the context of the human experience, learning the skills required for this field’s most sought-after careers:

• information architect
• interaction designer
• multimedia developer
• user researcher
• user-experience manager
• creative director.

You'll also learn from your fellow students, who have backgrounds that range from computer science, social sciences and natural sciences to history, literature, languages and the arts. 

Classes are offered evenings (and occasionally on weekends), some courses are offered in the summer for continuing students and some courses are offered online.