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