Who enrolls in this program?

Students who enroll in this program intend to pursue careers as experts in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of instructional resources to improve learning and performance in multiple environments. Candidates come from a broad array of backgrounds, including communications, psychology, management and education, among other areas of specialization, but share a common interest in designing creative solutions to learning needs.

What is the structure of the M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology program?

This program emphasizes theories of learning and cognition, multimedia design and development, systematic instructional design, technology and open learning environments. The curriculum couples hands-on, technology-based coursework with theories of education, learning and human performance. Candidates learn to develop effective, cross-media curricula for diverse audiences.

What are the benefits of the M.S. in Instructional Design program?

• Cutting-edge, multidisciplinary curriculum
• Rigorous coursework prepares graduates for highly skilled careers
• Professional networking and growth provided through classroom interactions
• Mentorship and career support from expert faculty members who hold doctorate degrees in the field
• Opportunities to build a professional portfolio to support job seeking
• Course specialization in individual areas of interest
• Exponential job growth predicted in the field

4+1 M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology (combined B.A./M.S.)

Undergraduate communication and advertising and public relations majors have the unique option to enroll in the M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology program. In an accelerated 4+1 format, students may take two graduate-level classes during their senior year and then complete the M.S. program in just one additional year of study.