PhD in Informatics - Design, Technology, and Society in Urbana United States | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Students in the Design, Technology, and Society program explore how information technology intersects with social structures, political systems, and cultural norms. Their work examines both the broader impacts of digital systems and the creative process of developing solutions for societal challenges. Studies may focus on design methodologies, human-computer interaction, systemic frameworks (including legal, economic, and educational dimensions), and their societal effects. This interdisciplinary area welcomes scholars applying social science, humanities, or community-focused approaches to information technology research.