Overview

Within this Human Factors MSc program from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University students will combine learned psychological principles and engineering fundamentals to maximize interaction of humans with machines, as well as human performance issues. Graduates emerge from the program ready for a career in research, analysis, or design.

The Master of Science in Human Factors program from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers a distinct focus that educates the student on human cognitive processes, safety and human capabilities and limitations. Students may choose to focus their human factors degree through either a thesis or non-thesis option.

Career opportunities:

Human Factors degree graduates tend to enter the industry with companies such as:

The Boeing Company
Airbus
Lockheed Martin
NASA
Northrop Grumman

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Design and Analysis

Ergonomics

Human Factors in Systems

Human Factors Methods

Human-Computer Interaction

Multivariate Statistics: Factor Analysis and Data Reduction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Daytona Beach, United States

Disciplines

Educational Research Organisational Behaviour View 290 other Masters in Organisational Behaviour in United States

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Official transcripts sent directly from all colleges and universities attended (bachelor’s degree is required) Official transcripts of any graduate courses attempted.

The statement of objectives is an important part of your application. You should give your reasons for wishing to do graduate work in the field you have chosen, incorporating your interests, your background, and your long-term professional goals.

Letters of Recommendation - Three Endorser’s Recommendations — two academic and one professional.

Resume - A current résumé outlining your past educational and work experiences.

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Tuition Fee

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International

21204 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 21204 USD per year during 12 months.
National

21204 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 21204 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

21204 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 21204 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Daytona Beach

900 - 1400 USD /month

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