2003-2005 - Special Collections - University of Baltimore

PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE SCHOOL OF
INFORMATION ARTS AND TECHNOWGIES
Interaction Design and Information Architecture,
Master ofScience
Dr. Nancy Kaplan, Program Director
FACULTY: Andrews, Clewell, Kaplan, Lamey, Lankford, Moulthrop, Summers
ADJUNCT FACULTY: Montfort, Spencer
The Master of Science in Interaction Design and Information Architecture is administered
by the Division of Information Arts and Technologies in the School of Information Arts
and Technologies.
Combining aspects of computer science with liberal arts perspectives, this degree
blends theoretical work with practical engagement. Students become proficient in specific
applications of significant information technologies, well-versed in methods for understanding
and structuring human interactions with those technologies, and critically aware
of social and cultural implications arising from technological developments. The program
focuses on designing and developing information technologies to realize their potential to
satisfY human needs and desires. It teaches students vital skills for developing new applications
of information technology through user-centered design practices.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The IDIA ptogram is open to students from all disciplines, bur it is especially appropriate
for people with degrees in the humanities and social sciences who want to apply their liberal
arts backgrounds to an emerging technology field.
Candidates for admissions to the M.S. in Interaction Design and Information
Architecture must have received a baccalaureate degree ftom a regionally accredited institution
with an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants must submit scores for the
general G RE or Miller Analogy test.
Please submit the following along with your University of Baltimore application:
• a letter of intent
• 3 letters of recommendation
• a resume
TRANSFER CREDIT
A maximum of 12 graduate credits may be applied toward the IDIA degree for relevant
graduate courses completed at other regionally accredited colleges or universities with the
approval of the IDIA program director.
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