Human Experience Design and Interaction, BS
Level:
Bachelor's Degree
Credits required:
61 credits
Cost per credit:
$394
Next start date:
August 26, 2024
Create Unforgettable Experiences Through Human-centered Design
The Human Experience Design and Interaction (HEDI) bachelor’s program is the only one of its kind in Utah – and online! In this program, you will combine design thinking principles to a variety of different settings to influence the human experience with learning, technology, project management, and more.
We are surrounded by designs created by people, and yet we all have experienced designs that don't keep people in mind. From phone apps to car dashboards, design is becoming increasingly difficult for many to use. The end user needs to be able to interact with software, tools, and spaces that make sense.
Impact Your Passions
You will choose two emphasis areas to supplement the program’s core courses, creating a unique blend of skills to make you a competitive applicant in your career.
Game Studies
Design interactive elements in video games to create more satisfying experiences.
Marketing
Foster greater engagement in marketing strategies by employing HEDI techniques.
New Venture Management
Learn how to apply HEDI principles in a start-up or new business.
Multimedia
See how HEDI works and influences a variety of different media platforms.
Culturally Responsive Design
Understand how different cultures interact with HEDI elements in products and services.
Product Development
Understand how HEDI principles can improve and influence product development.
Technical Communication
Words have a powerful effect and HEDI helps create a greater impact.
The First Step is a Conversation. Talk to Janet.
Janet Blad
Academic Advisor
(435) 797-2694
janet.blad@usu.edu
Find Your Fit
Take a few minutes to determine how a USU Online program can help you meet your education and career goals.
Student Feedback
There are so many different paths that you can do in this program which is why I really am glad that I found this major! Something that I have been interested in is the gaming technology that Ramy was talking about. I’ve taken a gaming class of his last school year and it was a lot of fun. That’s something that I have been thinking about doing more of. I’m really excited to keep taking more classes that are more about designing!
I think its super helpful to hear from the staff directly about their specialties and willingness to collaborate and work with the students especially in an online major. Each member is so different which makes it feel like a well rounded program with lots of resources and tools. The HEDI seems to be very individualized and having such a diverse faculty makes that possible.
Your Career Outlook with HEDI
Career fields associated with this degree are among those with the fastest projected growth. Your chosen emphasis areas will open unique career opportunities within the tech industry and beyond. Plus, this degree is endorsed by Silicon Slopes, which serves Utah companies and entrepreneurs though its network and community, events, resources, and education.
Core HEDI Skills You'll Develop
Your core program requirements will help you develop the following foundational skills for a successful career. Your emphasis areas will build upon and expand the these base skills.
- Technical and professional communication
- Project management
- Product management
- Media production
- Web-based design
- Information design
Preview HEDI Core Curriculum
Your required courses are foundational and will culminate in a capstone project or participation in an internship. For a full list of HEDI’s required courses, visit the Program Details page linked above. You will work with your advisor on the course selection for your emphasis areas.