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Grow Your Expertise in UX Design and Strategy

Learn how the intersection of creativity, technology and psychology impacts users’ experiences in Brandeis University’s MS in User-Centered Design program. Customize your online degree by choosing from three tracks: Design, Strategy, or Research and Analytics. Learn from industry professionals in interactive, small classes. A full-time option is available, allowing you to complete the program in just one year. This program is ideal for career changers or those wishing to advance their UX/UI careers.

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Showcase Your Skillset

A key goal of the MS in User-Centered Design is that you develop a marketable, industry-aligned skillset and graduate with a detailed portfolio to prove it. Throughout the program, you’ll conduct user experience research, design prototypes based on user scenarios, create sitemaps and wireframes, conduct usability tests and more. These experiences can be shared with employers to showcase your skillset and validate your industry expertise.

Professionally Applicable, Customizable Coursework

Learn the skills you need to succeed in designing products that focus on the user. Choose from three designated tracks – Design, Strategy, or Research and Analytics – or combine electives in a way that aligns with your professional goals.

Design

Envision, prototype and design usable and effective UX/UI and service experiences.

Strategy

Apply strategic thinking and leadership skills to user-centered design projects.

Research and Analytics

Serve as the voice of the customer by gathering and analyzing user feedback data.

Amalia Cesare
“To say that I’ve loved my experience at Brandeis GPS would be an understatement! The program has given me so many things: a chance to learn from industry experts, the opportunity to learn through doing, the ability to network with others in the industry, and the confidence to step out of my comfort zone.”
– Amalia Cesare, MS’21
User-Centered Design

Bold Leaders in Online Learning

Brandeis University has online education down to a science with decades of experience. Our faculty members, who are trained to teach online, create and refresh courses infused with best practices to optimize your learning experience. The platform is virtual, but the connections are real.

Pursue In-Demand User Experience Careers

With the skills you develop in our user-centered design program, you can pursue diverse careers in many industries, including healthcare, financial services, education and tech. Those who complete the program hold roles such as user experience designer, UX researcher and design director.

Top Jobs for User-Centered Design Graduates

  1. Chief Experience Officer: $204,518 per year1
  2. Senior UX Designer: $119,442 per year2
  3. UX Strategist: $117,301 per year3
  4. User Experience Director: $101,937 per year4

Build a Network of Connections at Brandeis

At Brandeis, we work hard to ensure you connect with students in your program, building relationships that will last a lifetime. Through small classes, you’ll interact with our expert faculty and your peers while keeping up with other commitments. With our culture of inclusion, you’ll be a part of the Brandeis network no matter where you’re learning from or your background.

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Sources

  1. Salary.com, Chief Experience Officers, on the internet at https://www.salary.com/ (visited June 12, 2023).
  2. Salary.com, Senior UX Designer, on the internet at https://www.salary.com/ (visited June 23, 2023).
  3. Salary.com, UX Strategists, on the internet at https://www.salary.com/ (visited June 23, 2023).
  4. Salary.com, Directors, UX, on the internet at https://www.salary.com/ (visited June 12, 2023).