Human Computer Interaction

At the forefront of innovation in interactive computing

In a world where more information is available and more devices are connected, Human-Computer Interaction is pivotal to smart design. With a masters in HCI from the IU School of Informatics and Computing at IUPUI, youll become immersed in the Internet of Things and HCI tools.  

The future is connected

Robust connections to careers, industry, and research define this IUPUI degree program. Well teach you to design the next generation of smart devices and applications, by applying principles of interaction design, social science, and computing. Youll develop skills that are highly sought after, learning how to utilize HCI methods to design the optimal user experience (UX) with information technology.

The multidisciplinary nature of human-computer interaction attracts highly talented innovators in many fields. HCI intersects with not only design, but psychology, sociology, anthropology, and other areas of study that examine how we relate to our environment, and the tools we employ.

Mankind and machine

Prepare to be immersed in a project-based, hands-on user experience environment. By earning a masters in HCI, youll explore emerging field research, learning how to create effective user interface systems for companies in Indiana and worldwide.

Students in our professional, research-focused program gain valuable insight from faculty with real-world expertise in areas including human-centered design methods, social computing research, and IoT, in collaboration with industry leaders.

Through your classes and Capstone project, youll develop the UX research and design skills essential for a professional career in the field.

You can complete the 36-hour MS HCI program in two years.

Students who hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00-point scale, or with an overall “B” grade equivalent may be considered for admission to graduate degree programs in the School of Engineering and Technology. International applicants must submit official test score reports from the Educational Testing Service (ETS) for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) to be considered for admissions.  Some graduate programs require official test scores for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) from both domestic and international applications.

All international students must demonstrate English proficiency for admission into IUPUI graduate and professional programs. Non-native English speaking domestic applicants may also be required to complete standardized testing dependent on their English proficiency.

There are many different ways to demonstrate your English proficiency to meet our graduate or professional admission requirements. Please make careful note of the different minimum requirements for Purdue and IU graduate programs shown below. Additionally, some graduate programs only accept the TOEFL, and some may require a score higher than the minimum campus standard. Verify this information with your program before selecting an alternative to the TOEFL.

Your first step is to talk to the academic department that offers your program. You will want to check their admission standards and deadlines before you start the application process.

You are required to submit some supporting documents for your department to make the initial admission decision. Each department has different requirements.