Instructional Design and Learning Technology, Master of Science (M.S.)
General Information
The master’s degree in Instructional Design and Learning Technology prepares students to efficiently enter the profession as those who employ systematic, evidence-based approaches to designing and developing instructional products and experiences across multiple diverse environments. Students will acquire not only specialized foundational and theoretical knowledge of the field, but also hone relevant, industry-accepted skills while making connections with current practitioners. Because nearly every course culminates in development of a professional instructional product, students can be assured they are gaining relevant experience as well as curating a demonstrable portfolio showcasing their talents and abilities, a critical factor in many hiring decisions.
Admission Requirements
Applicants for admission to the Master of Instructional Design and Learning Technology program must:
- Meet all admission requirements of the Graduate School.
- Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale; or a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on the last 30 hours of credit completed, including undergraduate and graduate coursework.
- Rank candidates must hold a teaching certificate to be admitted into a program.
- List 2 professional or academic references with current contact information.
- Write a letter of intent on why they want to pursue this degree.
International Students
International students, please see application/admission instructions at the Graduate School.
Program Requirements
CIP Code: 13.0501
The program consists of 15 hours of core courses, 12 hours in one concentration, and 3 hours of electives, totaling 30 program hours.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| IDL 800 | Intro to Instructional Design | 3 |
| IDL 801 | Instructional Design Mastery | 3 |
| IDL 802 | Data-Driven Decision Making | 3 |
| IDL 839 | Field Internship 1 | 3 |
| IDL 821 | Portfolio and Exit Review | 3 |
| Electives | 3 | |
| Students must select one elective not included in their concentration. | ||
| Online Learning Design Elective Options | ||
| Game Design for Learning | ||
| AI for Learning Design | ||
| Graphic Design for Learning | ||
| User Experience Design | ||
| Tests & Measurements | ||
| User Experience Design Elective Options | ||
| Multimedia for Learning | ||
| Online Learning Design | ||
| Training the Modern Workforce | ||
| AI for Learning Design | ||
| Tests & Measurements | ||
| Concentration | 12 | |
| Students must select one of the following Concentrations: | ||
Online Learning Design | ||
User Experience Design | ||
| Total Hours | 30 | |
- 1
Current working professionals in the instructional design, training and learning development, or other similar fields may take another elective in lieu of completing the internship IDL 839. (Please contact the department head regarding the waiver process.)
Online Learning Design Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| IDL 810 | Multimedia for Learning | 3 |
| IDL 811 | Online Learning Design | 3 |
| IDL 813 | Instruction for Diverse Learne | 3 |
| IDL 814 | Training the Modern Workforce | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
User Experience Design Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| DES 850 | Graphic Design for Learning | 3 |
| DES 851 | User Experience Design | 3 |
| IDL 812 | Game Design for Learning | 3 |
| IDL 813 | Instruction for Diverse Learne | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |