Empowering Human-Centered Innovation

Turn Design Thinking into Real-World Solutions

Leveraging UC Irvine’s strong faculty mentorship and industry partnerships, we provide a flexible, professionally-relevant learning experience—integrating theory in human behavior, hands-on prototyping and empirical methods, and a client-facing capstone—so our graduates emerge as confident innovators and practitioners ready to lead in UX design, usability evaluation, and digital product development.

Who should apply?

Tech professionals with experience in user experience or related fields who want to develop their expertise and grow as leaders in human-centered design.

Recent graduates with professional experience are also welcome to apply.

Hear From An Alum

Stacy, Class of 2017

"Needing to acquire the current language and tools used in UX drove me to consider graduate school after being in industry for nearly two decades."

Read About Stacey's Experience

Sally, Class of 2021

“I personally could not afford to be a full-time student without an active source of income. UCI's MHCID program was the only option that offered this flexibility.”

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Brandon, Class of 2022

“What really set the MHCID program apart from others was the focus on real-world experience and application.”

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Career Development That Works for You

Exclusive to ICS Professional Master’s students, our dedicated Career Development team helps you transition into the industry and accelerate your career. From tailored coaching to proven job search strategies, we equip you with the skills, resources, and connections you need to stand out—during your program and long after graduation.

Receive career coaching
Develop job searching skills
Expand your network by connecting with industry professionals and alumni through events and programs
Engage with employers who are actively recruiting from UC Irvine
Access to job boards, career fairs, salary databases, and more

88% of graduates who reported employment engaged with the Career Development team through two primary tracked services—individual appointments and workshops. After completing the program, graduates have stepped into careers as Content Designers, Graphic Designer, Product Manager, UI Accessibility Engineer, UX Designer, UX Researcher, joining companies such as:

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Curriculum Tailored for Professionals

Our innovative program, developed by leading academics and industry experts, integrates the latest theory with hands-on experience. You'll graduate equipped with the expertise employers value most.

Industry Partnerships

The Capstone Project offers you the opportunity to work alongside industry partners to solve real-world business challenges, applying your knowledge and skills to create impactful, data-driven outcomes.

Career Development

Throughout the program, you will benefit from personalized academic advising and career development through tailored workshops, coaching sessions and networking events to accelerate your professional growth, enhance your marketability.

Upcoming Information Sessions

December5

Master of Human-Computer Interaction & Design (12/05/25)

12:00 PM

Zoom

Explore the program’s innovative curriculum, discover key highlights, and learn about the admissions process. This is your chance to get all your questions answered and find out how UC Irvine can help you achieve your career goals. We can’t wait to connect with you online!

December16

Master of Human-Computer Interaction & Design (12/16/25)

5:00 PM