Baltimore,
MD,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Human Centered Computing in Baltimore United States | University of Maryland, Baltimore County
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
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Baltimore United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
25,920
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Human-Centered Computing (HCC) emphasizes creating, developing, and assessing interactive technology systems that prioritize usability and accessibility. This field aims to comprehend how people engage with digital technologies and apply these insights to enhance user experiences. The HCC Master's program, established in 2007, offers interdisciplinary training with two specialized pathways: a Practitioner Track for future UX, information architecture, and usability experts, and a Research Track for students pursuing academic research and potential PhD studies. Alumni have advanced to leadership roles as UX directors in public and private sectors, while research-focused graduates have entered prestigious HCC doctoral programs.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
International students residing in the United States who have a pertinent immigration status, meet the required language proficiency, and possess appropriate academic preparation may be considered for non-degree or certificate status. International applicants are required to provide an official English language transcript and a native language transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Each set of documents must list subjects studied, grades or marks received and rank in class or division. English Proficiency: An English proficiency test is required for most international students. The Graduate School has a minimum TOEFL score of 80, but certain academic programs may require a higher score. My Best scores and single date test scores for the TOEFL are both acceptable. We also now accept the TOEFL Essentials test. The minimum score on the TOEFL Essentials test is 8.5. The IELTS minimum is a total score of 6.5 for students wishing to study at UMBC. A minimum score of 53 is required on the PTE Academic test.
Tuition
USD
25,920