Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in User Experience and Interaction Design (Advanced Placement) in Philadelphia United States | Thomas Jefferson University
Thomas Jefferson University
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Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,445
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in User Experience & Interaction Design is a 37-credit, two-year on-campus program tailored for both working professionals and recent graduates looking to advance their careers in the fast-evolving domains of UX and Interaction Design. As digital technology continues to enable groundbreaking applications, the significance of UX and IxD grows. Crafting visually appealing, captivating, and dynamic user interactions is essential to harness the potential of emerging technologies and fully engage audiences. This degree equips graduates with critical competencies to elevate communication and interaction benchmarks. To thrive in today's competitive landscape, professionals need comprehensive expertise—spanning hands-on interactive know-how, technical proficiency, development and production insights, visual storytelling abilities, and information mastery.
Alumni have secured creative roles across a spectrum of organizations, from startups to industry giants like Comcast, Microsoft, Meta, Bank of America, Vanguard, NBC Universal, and The Walt Disney Company. Others pursue high-energy agency careers at firms such as Think Company, Mobiquity, FourFront, O3 World, and EPAM Systems, where Jefferson graduates continue to make their mark.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Transcripts: Applicants are required to submit an official transcript for their highest earned degree.
For programs with prerequisite coursework, official transcripts from the institution(s) where the coursework was taken are required.
For programs with advanced standing/foundational coursework, official transcripts from all institutions are required in order to be considered for advanced standing.
Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
R'sum: A current professional r'sum is required.
Portfolio: Submit a portfolio of work which demonstrates a general knowledge of UX and design principles. You may submit either a portfolio website link or individual image files. Applicants that have successfully completed the Google UX Design Certificate or a comparable UX design certificate/bootcamp may be considered in lieu of having a design portfolio.
Degree Prerequisite: Applicants are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent upon evaluation of international transcripts prior to the start of the program.
GPA Requirement: A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is preferred.
TOEFL IBT & IBT Home Edition: 80 (no sub-score below 20)
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5 (no sub-score below 8)
IELTS: 6.5 (no sub-score below 6)
For programs with prerequisite coursework, official transcripts from the institution(s) where the coursework was taken are required.
For programs with advanced standing/foundational coursework, official transcripts from all institutions are required in order to be considered for advanced standing.
Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
R'sum: A current professional r'sum is required.
Portfolio: Submit a portfolio of work which demonstrates a general knowledge of UX and design principles. You may submit either a portfolio website link or individual image files. Applicants that have successfully completed the Google UX Design Certificate or a comparable UX design certificate/bootcamp may be considered in lieu of having a design portfolio.
Degree Prerequisite: Applicants are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent upon evaluation of international transcripts prior to the start of the program.
GPA Requirement: A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is preferred.
TOEFL IBT & IBT Home Edition: 80 (no sub-score below 20)
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5 (no sub-score below 8)
IELTS: 6.5 (no sub-score below 6)
Tuition
USD
27,445