Technology and Humanities (M.S.)

USA

What will I learn?

Master of Science in Technology and Humanities (THUM) coursework provides exposure to practice and leading theories in user experience research, web design, and visual design fundamentals for documents and digital media.

Students in the THUM program come from a range of disciplinary backgrounds, including design, English, and humanities, which makes for a vibrant community and classroom discussions informed by a variety of perspectives.

Program Overview

This program offers a humanities-focused foundation in communication practices, as well as information and communication technologies. You'll study the leading theories in user experience research, web design, and visual design fundamentals for documents and digital media.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the technology and humanities program will be prepared for successful careers in:

Content strategy

Instructional design

Communication (including social media)

User experience and interface design

Which department am I in?

Lewis College of Science and Letters

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$32,040.00 (27,03,341) per year
Books- 930 PA

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2026

Venue

Main Campus

10 West 35th Street,

Chicago,

Illinois,

60616, Midwest, United States

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$32,040.00 (27,03,341) per year
Books- 930 PA

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2025

Venue

Main Campus

10 West 35th Street,

Chicago,

Illinois,

60616, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Illinois Tech requires a four-year bachelor's degree conferred with a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 3.0/4.0 (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution for regular admission. Individual departments may have different requirements, however.

Minimum Test Score Total for Admission without an Illinois Tech English Language Assessment Requirement

Internet TOEFL - 95

Paper TOEFL - 600+

IELTS - 6.5+

PTE - 63+

Duolingo English Test - 110+

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Tech is Chicago’s leading tech university. Illinois Tech graduates get a significant ROI and exceptional career outcomes.

  • Innovative, modern university set in an incredible city
  • Excellent graduate outcomes within six months of completion
  • Contemporary facilities and a modern approach to teaching
  • Active learning programs offer access to hands-on work