Master of Science in Experience and Information Design

Graduate Program

Program Overview

The University of Miami’s Master of Science in Experience and Information Design (MS in XiD) is a unique interdisciplinary program that prepares students to design and develop user experiences for products and services in today’s digital world. Our goal is to equip students with skills that will remain relevant and valuable in the future through a contemporary curriculum and immersing them in emerging technologies, ensuring they are well-prepared for the evolving job market. Students learn to apply research-driven design thinking to solve complex problems and create high-quality, user-centered experiences.

Areas of Knowledge

The MS in XiD curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including:

  • Design Thinking 
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Interaction Design
  • UX Research 
  • Information Design
  • Visual Communication
  • Data Visualization
  • Emerging technologies

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, MS in XiD students will be able to:

  • Conduct user research to understand the needs and motivations of users
  • Design user experiences that are both effective and enjoyable
  • Create information architectures that are clear, concise, and easy to navigate
  • Design interactive elements that are responsive, efficient, and engaging
  • Visualize data and information in a way that is clear, informative, and compelling
  • Apply design thinking principles to solve complex problems
  • Use emerging technologies to create innovative and user-centered solutions

Project Mission and Goals

The mission of the MS in XiD program is to prepare students to be leaders in the field of experience and information design. The program’s goals are to:

  • Teach students the skills and knowledge they need to design and develop user-centered experiences for products and services in a variety of industries
  • Prepare students to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
  • Promote innovation and creativity in the design of user experiences

Careers

Graduates of the MS in XiD program are highly sought-after by employers in a variety of industries, including:

Technology

Healthcare

Communication

News

Retail

Digital Advertising

EdTech

FinTech

Non-profits

Why Choose the University of Miami MS in XiD? 

The University of Miami MS in XiD program is unique in several ways:

  • Interdisciplinary curriculum: The program draws on faculty from various disciplines, including communication, design, computer science, engineering, and business. This interdisciplinary approach gives students a broad understanding of the field of experience and information design and prepares them to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Focus on research-driven design: The program emphasizes the importance of using research to inform design decisions. Students learn how to conduct user research, analyze data, and use their findings to create user-centered experiences.
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities: Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including the Interactive Media Lab, the UX Lab, XR Studio, and the Emerging Media Lab. These facilities provide students with the tools and resources they need to design and develop innovative user experiences.

Apply Today

If you want a career in experience and information design, the University of Miami MS in XiD program is the perfect place for you. Apply today and start your journey to becoming a leader in this exciting field.

For a complete list of courses, please visit the UM Bulletin website at http://bulletin.miami.edu

CIM 602. Innovation & Design. 

In this course, students will be introduced to the design thinking process and will apply human-centered design techniques to the design of interactive systems. The course provides opportunities to apply these new ways of thinking and techniques through class exercises and a course project, where the students will develop innovative concepts and prototypes for an assigned topic.

CIM 612. Human-Computer Interaction

This course will teach students about the importance of human-computer interaction (HCI) in designing, implementing, and evaluating interactive computing systems for human use. The course will provide both practical application and theoretical knowledge of HCI, with practical concerns balanced by discussing relevant theories from the literature of computer science, human factors, and interaction design. This class is delivered in a flipped learning modality.

CIM 622 – Human Centered Design

This course comprehensively examines human limitations and abilities and how they are key to interaction design and a great user experience. Students will learn about human behavior and how to apply UX gridlines to the design of digital interfaces. Students will also learn how to produce design deliverables for real world practice.

JMM 622. Introduction to Infographics and Data Visualization. 

This course is an introduction to the visual display of information with a special focus on the encoding of data by means of graphs, charts, maps, and diagrams.

JMM 629. Advanced Infographics and Data Visualization.

This course is a seminar designed to introduce interactive data visualization concepts in a web environment. Students will be introduced to code libraries that assist in this task, best practices for interactivity, and data visualization. The course will also briefly cover working with data (i.e., how to find sources, cleaning and preparing data for visualizations, etc.).

CIM 632 Visual Design for Interactive Media

The Visual Design for Interactive Media course focuses primarily on the visual design of product interactions, the influence of design on human behavior, and the aesthetics and style of visual communication. Students explore the knowledge and skills necessary to comprehend the visual perception of information, methods for visualization, and the requisites for success in the industry. 

CIM 682. UX Research Methods. 

The course provides a comprehensive overview of user experience research methods and how to incorporate them into the product development lifecycle. Students will learn about user-centered design and conduct a wide range of research methods, including ethnography, questionnaires, online studies, and usability testing. There will be considerable focus on practicing research skills and reporting findings from these activities.

Contact

Kim Grinfeder

Graduate Program Director
grinfeder@miami.edu
(305) 284-6253

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If you want a career in experience and information design, the University of Miami MS in XiD program is the perfect place for you. Apply today and start your journey to becoming a leader in this exciting field.

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