This new interdisciplinary field which combines applied design, social and behavioral sciences, computation, and experimental design requires an extensive understanding of human cognition, emotions, and perceptions; of systems and informatics; of the history and philosophy of science; of technology, and information. Therefore, close collaboration between the disciplines of design, computing, psychology, sociology, history and media studies is imperative. This graduate program aims to provide students with an opportunity to acquire an applied, theoretical, and critical understanding of interactive communication, experience design and service design, and to develop as researchers and practitioners.

A non-refundable application fee is required. This course provides both thesis and non-thesis tracks. A minimum of 154 points in the quantitative section of the GRE is required. This program application requires a project proposal and students are strongly advised to contact a faculty member they would like to work with for project design and proposal.