Overview

This is a unique interdisciplinary Ph.D. that unites the strengths of the Departments of Technology, Culture & Society and Technology Management and Innovation at New York University Tandon to offer a rigorous, five to six-year course of study that combines practice, theory, and research.

Features

The Human-Centered Technology, Innovation and Design program fosters student research through its focus on high-quality supervision and training by faculty members with significant research strengths in a diverse range of technology-related fields: digital media and creative practice, design and human-computer interaction, science and technology studies, urban and environmental studies, and technology management and innovation.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

This terminal degree program is for research-oriented students who are largely interested in pursuing careers teaching and/or doing research at institutions that value the interdisciplinary study of technology and material culture.

Universities with undergraduate and graduate programs that emphasize the integration of design and technology development with the social study of technology or management sciences are a primary source of career opportunities for our graduates.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Duolingo English Test

130

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Human Computer Interaction View 27 other PhDs in Human Computer Interaction in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Duolingo English Test

130

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application form with required application fee.

Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework completed indicating a bachelor's degree with at least a B average from an accredited college or university. Transcripts must be sent directly from the institutions providing them to the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Official score from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).

TOEFL IBT scores for international students whose primary language of instruction in school was not English. A minimum score of 90 is required for admission.

3 letters of recommendation from persons qualified to comment on your aptitude for doctoral study and research. At least 2 should be from academics.

Statement of purpose that at least covers why you are seeking entrance into the program, you research experience, and research interests.

A research-based writing sample (minimum of 10 pages).

Tuition Fee

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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