Human-Computer Interaction, MS: Online Degrees: Online Degree Programs: Indiana University

Human-Computer Interaction, MS

Master of Science

Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
36
In-State Tuition Per Credit
$402.00
Out of State Tuition Per Credit
$603.00

Human-Computer Interaction, MS

Master of Science

The IU Online MS in Human-Computer Interaction prepares students for careers in exciting, high-demand tech fields, including user experience research and design, conversational interfaces, social computing, and the Internet of Things. The design of digital products demands professionals who are able to research and understand user’s needs, conceptualize and design engaging and human-centered user interfaces, and evaluate their effectiveness.

As a student in this program, you’re immersed in a project-based, hands-on learning environment. You explore emerging field research and collaborate with industry leaders, all while learning to design and create usable and effective interactive systems for companies in Indiana and worldwide. You gain valuable insight from faculty in areas such as interaction design, accessibility, social computing research, and user experience research.

The IU Online MS in Human-Computer Interaction prepares you for such careers as:

Interaction designer
Product designer
Product manager
Search quality analyst
Senior human factors engineer
User experience (UX) designer
UX engineer
UX researcher
UX research specialist
User interface (UI) designer and developer
UI/UX architect

Degree Requirements

To earn the MS in Human-Computer Interaction, you must complete a total of 36 credit hours. Requirements are broken down as follows:

General Core (15 credits)
Specialized Electives (15–21 credits)
Open Electives (0–6 credits)

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

A bachelor’s degree
GPA of 3.0 or higher

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:

Official transcripts
GRE scores (Optional)
Resume and portfolio
Personal statement (500–750 words)
Three letters of recommendation
TOEFL or IELTS scores (international students only)

Application Deadlines

Fall semester (early action): Jan 15

Fall semester: Mar 1

Spring semester (international students): Sep 1

Spring semester: Oct 1

Courses

Core

INFO-H 541	Interaction Design Practice	3 Credits
INFO-H 543	Interaction Design Methods	3 Credits
INFO-H 561	Meaning and Form in HCI	3 Credits
INFO-H 563	Psychology of HCI	3 Credits
INFO-H 564	Prototyping for Interactive Systems	3 Credits

Specialized Electives

INFO-H 517	Visualization Design and Analysis	3 Credits
INFO-H 565	Collaborative and Social Computing	3 Credits
INFO-H 566	Experience Design for Ubiquitous Computing	3 Credits
INFO-H 583	Conversational User Interfaces	3 Credits
INFO-I 501	Introduction to Informatics	3 Credits
INFO-I 575	Informatics Research Design	3 Credits
INFO-I 590	Experience Design and Evaluation of Access Technologies	3 Credits
INFO-I 590	Tangible and Embodied Interaction	3 Credits
INFO-I 590	Programming for Interaction Designers	3 Credits
INFO-I 590	UX Design Ethics	3 Credits
INFO-I 595	Professional Internship	3 Credits
NEWM-N 510	Web Database Concepts	3 Credits

Open Electives

	Any relevant online course (500- or higher)
INFO-B 505	Informatics Project Management
INFO-I 554	Independent Study in HCI

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $402.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1206.00

Note:

Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $603.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1809.00

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $770

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $280

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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