Overview

The Human Centered Technology Design (HCTD) degree from The University of Maine blends elements from new media, computer science, spatial computing, psychology, communication, and innovation engineering to empower students to investigate artistic and innovative problem-solving approaches using emerging technologies, such as AI, AR, VR, IoT, and autonomous vehicles.

Careers

Graduates of HCTD are prepared for a wide range of high-demand careers, including

UX Designer

Product Designer

Front-End Developer

Human-AI Interaction Designer

Usability Engineer

These roles are in demand across industries such as technology, healthcare, education, and digital services. Typical starting salaries range from approximately $70,000 to $100,000+, depending on role and experience.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

User Interface Design

User Experience Design

Storytelling

Visual Communication

Business and Technical Writing

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2028-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-01 00:00:00

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Applications received after these deadlines will be considered for admission and scholarship on availability basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Orono, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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110

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4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Provide a NACES-Accredited Transcript Evaluation to UMaine — of all secondary and post-secondary education you have completed, unless exempt.

Submit an English Proficiency Test Score – unless exempt.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

38340 USD / year

≈ 38340 USD / year
Out-of-State

38340 USD / year

≈ 38340 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13230 USD / year

≈ 13230 USD / year

Additional Details

Canadian Resident: $441

NEBHE: $772

Living costs

Orono

United States

1216 - 1888 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

Orono

Funding

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