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PhD of Human Centered Design
- Chicago, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Master of Science in Human Centered Design at Pace University's Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Graduates are expected to explain core concepts in Human Centered Design
- Apply appropriate methods to practical problems
- Communicate findings clearly
- And use discipline-relevant tools responsibly.
Career outcomes
- Interactive Designer
- UX Researcher
- Project Manager
- System Analyst
- Software Developer
- Web Designer
Curriculum
- 30-Credit programme. Coursework includes Introduction to User Experience Design
- Introduction to Human Computer Interaction
- Research Methods for User Experience
- Human Factors and Usability Metrics
- Prototyping and User Experience and Product Development Project. The catalog lists a capstone.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor or master degree in a related field with a strong prior record
- Recommendation letters
- Statement and writing sample as the programme requires.
- Grade/academic selection criteria: Strong prior academic record
- Some programmes prefer 3.0 on 4.0
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (or master degree, programme-dependent) in a related field; recommendation letters, statement, writing sample (e.g. Philosophy)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 53
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- Research proposal
- Academic references
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Human Centered Design admission requirements at DePaul University. Identify the research area and prepare a research proposal. Contact a potential supervisor if the program requires one. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,422 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Chicago (Loop and Lincoln Park campuses) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media |
| Department | Department of Arts and Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 112 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for PhD of Human Centered Design. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $22,422 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 53, IELTS Academic 6.5.