Overview

The Human-Centered Computing PhD programme at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) integrates foundational seminars in human-computer interaction theories with advanced research methodologies, written portfolio reviews, comprehensive examinations, and dissertation research. Doctoral scholars engage in rigorous qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research, culminating in an original doctoral dissertation defended before a faculty committee.

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Primary research focus areas across the program include design, development, and evaluation of accessible interfaces for individuals with disabilities; social computing, digital civics, and online community dynamics; health informatics usability, wearable technology, and bio-feedback systems; and spatial visualization tools, human-AI collaboration, and interactive machine learning systems.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reading Seminar in Human-Centered Computing

Human-Centered Design

Human-Computer Interaction

Graphic Design for Interactive Systems

Advanced Field Research Methods

Advanced Quantitative Methods for Information Systems Research

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Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00
Starting 2028-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-09-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baltimore Highlands, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Applicants must submit a statement of purpose.
While not required, most successful applicants to the PhD programme have research experience (often demonstrated through a publication in a peer-reviewed academic venue).
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a writing sample demonstrating completed research quality.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a CV demonstrating their past research, education, and employment accomplishments.
Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation
The majority of successful applicants have an undergraduate GPA well above 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale).

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