MS in Health Technology

Master of Science in Health Technology

Designing for Health

The College of Applied Health Sciences, in collaboration with Grainger College of Engineering, offers a one-year, STEM-certified Master of Science degree centered in health.

Why Health Technology?

There is a rapidly growing need for well-trained professionals with skills in software application, hardware engineering, human factors, and user-centered design to create innovative health technologies.

Why Illinois?

Our MS in Health Technology is a one-of-a-kind program, centered in health, that meets this need through classwork and experiential learning opportunities in software/hardware engineering, human factors, and user-centered design.

Program Highlights

  • One year (12 months) professional Master of Science degree
  • 36 credit hours
  • Core courses strengthen skills in human factors and engineering concepts applied to health technology
  • Electives tailored to individual student interests
  • Capstone Project pairs students with industry/academic/community partners

Careers of MS-HT Graduates

Data Engineer

Human Factors Engineer

UI/UX Designer

Innovation & Operations Analyst

Freelance/Client Service Manager

Human Factors Associate

UX Researcher

Validation Engineer

Product Manager