Graduate Certificate

Digital Technology and Society - Graduate Certificate

Program:
Digital Technology and Society - Graduate Certificate
Plan Code:
DGTCS_GRC2
Program Level:
Graduate Certification
Award Type:
Graduate Certificate Program
College:
College of Communication Arts and Sciences
Department:
Media and Information


Excerpt from the official Academic Programs Catalog:

Listed below are the approved requirements for the program from the official Academic Programs Catalog.
Students must consult their advisors to learn which specific requirements apply to their degree programs.


College of Communication Arts and Sciences

Department of Media and Information

Graduate Study
Digital Technology and Society - Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Digital Technology and Society is intended for students interested in learning the fundamentals of usability and socially minded design. This certificate program is appropriate for both those new to User Experience and professionals who have little to no user experience, quantitative, or usability background.

Admission

Applications for admission to the program are reviewed by faculty who look for indications of a high probability of success. Such indications include a high level of academic performance, experience with educational technology, and consistency of professional goals with the objectives of the program.

To be considered for admission to the program, an applicant must:
  1. Have earned a bachelor’s degree from a recognized, accredited educational institution.
  2. Present evidence of competency in English, assessed with TOEFL, IELTS, or MELAB scores, if English is not the first language.
  3. Submit three letters of recommendation.
  4. Submit official transcripts.
  5. Submit a resume/CV and portfolio (optional).
  6. Submit a 1-2 page statement describing the applicant’s background and interest in the program.
  7. Submit both departmental and university application forms.
Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Digital Technology and Society

Students must complete 9 credits from the following:  
UX 801 Social Science for Design 3
UX 835 Accessibility and Design 3
UX 840 UX and Society 3