Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Extended Realities in Boston United States | Northeastern University
Northeastern University
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,813
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Northeastern's Master of Science in Extended Realities (XR) equips you with comprehensive knowledge of the methodologies, competencies, and expertise required to develop transformative XR solutions. This innovative program collaborates with various Northeastern schools to deliver diverse theoretical foundations, technological applications, and cross-disciplinary viewpoints.
XR technologies have experienced rapid expansion in recent years, creating strong demand for specialists skilled in augmented, virtual, and mixed reality environments. For more than ten years, Northeastern's College of Arts, Media and Design has been at the forefront of XR innovation, boasting renowned faculty and substantial industry experience.
The curriculum offers customizable specialization tracks aligned with your career aspirations. Selecting focus areas across different disciplines enhances both the depth and scope of your academic journey.
You'll undertake a 14-credit foundational curriculum (covering XR evolution, design principles, technical implementation, and market trends), 12-15 credits of elective concentrations, plus an 8-credit hands-on project component that provides real-world experience—giving you a competitive edge upon graduation.
Program Learning Outcomes
Participants in the MS in Extended Realities program will acquire thorough knowledge of interdisciplinary techniques, conceptual frameworks, technological tools, and development processes essential for creating meaningful XR solutions.
Students will:
Build comprehensive knowledge of XR's theoretical foundations and historical context.
Master cutting-edge XR technologies, including AR/VR/MR hardware and software platforms.
Engage in critical analysis of XR applications while demonstrating fluency in technical terminology.
Design immersive storytelling experiences that harness XR's unique capabilities to engage audiences.
Transform concepts into tangible prototypes through iterative XR development processes.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
https://camd.northeastern.edu/graduate-admissions/
To be considered for admission to a CAMD graduate program, international applicants must show proof of English proficiency. This requirement can be met by submitting satisfactory results on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test. Please note that scores are valid for two years and scores must be valid at the time your application is received. Official score reports must be sent to Northeastern University directly from the testing agency. We expect a minimum score of 100 on the Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT). You should plan to take the exam well in advance of our application deadline as it may take up to six weeks for your official score report to be sent to CAMD. We expect a minimum overall band score of 7.0 on the IELTS.
To be considered for admission to a CAMD graduate program, international applicants must show proof of English proficiency. This requirement can be met by submitting satisfactory results on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test. Please note that scores are valid for two years and scores must be valid at the time your application is received. Official score reports must be sent to Northeastern University directly from the testing agency. We expect a minimum score of 100 on the Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT). You should plan to take the exam well in advance of our application deadline as it may take up to six weeks for your official score report to be sent to CAMD. We expect a minimum overall band score of 7.0 on the IELTS.
Tuition
USD
33,813