Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence, MA

Program added after publishing - June Addendum - 6/11/2024

30 credit hours

The Master of Arts in Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformative 30-credit-hour graduate program offered by the College of Arts and Humanities. Designed for individuals from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, this program does not require previous experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or mathematics. It is specifically tailored to empower non-specialists in all fields to harness the potential of AI across various modalities, including content generation for writing, image and video creation, and coding. The program offers a flexible, interdisciplinary curriculum that prepares graduates to excel in the rapidly evolving landscape of human-centered AI. Students will gain hands-on experience through real-world projects and research tailored to their interests and professional goals.

Admission Requirements

Applications for the Master of Arts in Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence are initially reviewed by the Office of University Admissions to ensure all university admissions standards are met, and are then reviewed by program faculty to determine acceptance into the program. Applicants should fulfill the following requirements:

• Hold an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all major coursework.
• Submit official results from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) if the GPA falls below 3.0.
• Provide contact information for three academic and/or professional references.
• Submit a 1,000-word statement of purpose outlining the applicant’s goals.
• Depending on the area of study, applicants may be required to submit specific deliverables such as a writing sample and/or portfolio of work. 

Completion Options

Non-Thesis/Applied Project Option

This option is suitable for students with a professional focus. It allows them to apply the theories and research methods of their field in a professional setting or through a final product or series of products. Projects may take various forms, but all students produce some material on behalf of an organization or field of practice. Students document their progress and product for final review by their thesis committee.

Thesis Option

The thesis option involves the creation of an original piece of scholarship relevant to the field of study. Students investigate an aspect of that field, professional area, or organization. They evaluate existing research, develop a research question, and refine their thesis over the course of the program. The final thesis is written in the last two semesters and reviewed by the thesis committee. Students taking the thesis option are required to take CAH 50000  as one of their electives.