Overview

The Human-Centered Design and Engineering MSc program from University of Michigan - Dearborn unique combination of expertise sets our program apart and provides you with a comprehensive understanding of design and engineering from multiple perspectives.

Classes for the 31-credit degree are offered in person, online, or hybrid. We schedule classes in the late afternoon and evening so they’re convenient for part-time students who work.

Where the MS in Human-Centered Design and Engineering Will Take You:

If you’ve spent any time at all online, you know that many websites provide a poor user experience. The same is true of lots of other products and services. There’s a growing realization, though, that ignoring human needs in designing products and services commonly leads to failure. Thus, jobs related to human-centered design and engineering are on the rise.

The job titles vary: user experience designer, user interface designer, interaction designer, usability analyst, and product designer, among others. You’ll be ready for all of them with your master’s degree from UM-Dearborn.

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Programme Structure

Courses included

Human Factors and Ergonomics

Human-Computer Interaction for UI/UX Design

Information Visualization

Marketing Management

Understanding Customers

Learning and Memory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Dearborn, United States

Disciplines

Design Human Computer Interaction View 397 other Masters in Design in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

The students entering the program should have an accredited undergraduate degree in cognitive science, computer science, art, design, engineering, business, or related areas.

The undergraduate cumulative GPA is a large factor in master’s admission consideration and typically GPA 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) is expected.

Two letters of recommendation, with at least one from a person familiar with the candidate’s academic performance, are also required.

Although not required but an applicant is encouraged to provide a link to their design portfolio.

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Tuition Fee

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International

30736 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30736 USD per year during 12 months.
National

18464 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 18464 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

18464 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18464 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Dearborn

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Where the MS in Human-Centered Design and Engineering Will Take You:

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Dearborn

Financing

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Scholarships Information

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