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Human-Computer Interaction, Graduate Certificate – Online

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Program Overview

The UNC Charlotte Graduate Certificate in Human Computer Interaction offers comprehensive training in the human-centered design of interfaces for software applications. This program is designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for designing, prototyping, implementing, and evaluating user interfaces. With a focus on human-centered design methods, students gain the tools necessary for creating effective and user-friendly software applications.

Key Benefits and Features

  • Foundational Knowledge: Gain a solid understanding of human-centered design principles.
  • Practical Experience: Engage in hands-on projects involving design, prototyping, and evaluation of user interfaces.
  • Flexible Learning: The program is 100% online, accommodating students’ varied schedules and locations.

Program Contact

College of Computing and Informatics

sis-grad-admissions@charlotte.edu

Human-Computer Interaction, Graduate Certificate at a Glance

delivery
Online
credits
12 Credit Hours
admits
Spring, Summer & Fall

Program Structure

Eligibility: Ideal for post-baccalaureate and post-master’s students seeking a standalone graduate qualification or those wishing to complement a related graduate degree at UNC Charlotte.

Credit Hours: The certificate comprises 12 credit hours that may be credited towards graduate programs in the Department of Software and Information Systems, subject to approval from the Graduate Program Director.

Courses

The Certificate requires 12 credit hours of coursework. All requirements must be completed within five years of studies, starting from the time when the first course for the certificate is taken. Coursework taken for one graduate certificate may not be counted towards a second graduate certificate.

Four (4) graduate-level, 16 week, project-based courses (12 Credit hours)

ITIS 5101: Fundamentals of Programming is available to those without a tech background.

Admissions & Requirements
Application Deadlines
Outlook

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the UNC Charlotte Graduate Certificate in Human Computer Interaction program are well-prepared for a variety of roles in the field of human-computer interaction, including but not limited to:

This certificate opens doors to careers that blend technology, design, and user experience, ensuring graduates are poised for success in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Tuition

Resident: $288.82 per credit hour

Outside of NC Non-Resident: $536.98 per credit hour

Non Resident: $1,098.21 per credit hour

Additional College of Computing and Informatics Fee: $222.22 per credit hour

Please note: Rates are subject to change.