Overview

Key Features

Learning design is where cognitive psychology meets user experience (UX) and cutting-edge technology to solve learning and performance gaps. Learning designers create the blueprints for how the world learns today – from interactive corporate onboarding to transformative higher education courses.Whether you are transitioning from a classroom, pivoting from an HR role, or are an instructional designer looking to build on your skills with a mastery of the latest tech, learning design empowers you to create measurable, engaging, and inclusive learning ecosystems that drive organizational results.

The MS in Learning Design and Technology (MS-LDT) from University of San Diego was developed specifically for the working professional ready to pivot or promote. In less than two years, you will graduate with a mastery of the learning sciences, expertise in industry-standard tools like Articulate 360, and a professional-grade portfolio.

Who is it ideal for?

If you’re passionate about using technology to deliver effective, accessible learning experiences, this program prepares you to lead the change.

Degree candidates may come from a variety of professional backgrounds, including:
Business professionals or admins involved in training/onboarding
Working instructional designers seeking to expand their skill set
K-12 educators looking to move beyond the classroom
Postsecondary educators and designers
Learning and development (L&D) and human resources (HR) professionals
Library science and corporate eLearning specialists

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Virtual Learning
Leadership
Theory and Design
Instructional and Learning Design
Learning Technologies
Advanced Learning Theory and Design
Learning Media Design
Assets and Artifacts

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-03 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts of your bachelor’s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution or equivalent
Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher
A minimum of two years of professional experience
A personal statement describing yourself and your career goals within the instructional/learning design field.
A current resume
Residency in an approved state. Confirm that your state of residency allows enrollment in a University of San Diego online degree program.
Optional: Letter(s) of recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13230 USD / year

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Out-of-State

13230 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

13230 USD / year

≈ 13230 USD / year

Funding

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