Overview

Key facts

While all of the Learning Design and Technology courses are now delivered fully online at San Diego State University, they don’t follow the usual impersonal format of many other programs. You will still attend class sessions just as you would face-to-face on campus; regular meetings are held via videoconferencing software that allows for engaging, real-time interaction. Not only will you see your instructor and the course materials up close, you’ll meet in breakout rooms with fellow students for activities and collaboration.

Another thing that sets us apart is our balance of theory and practice. Our courses are centered on real projects, real clients, and real opportunities for leadership and collaboration with community partner organizations. We infuse our innovative DesignLAB model throughout the curriculum, with the master’s culminating in a client-based practicum experience.

Because of the relationships among students developed in our program, LDT has an active and tight-knit LDT alumni network that helps students make lasting and valuable connections reaching well beyond their studies. Many of our alumni contribute to curriculum revisions, serve as lecturers, bring an array of projects to the table, and take on mentorship roles. Our graduates are ready for a wide variety of careers in every sector in which learning professionals work: K-12 (charter, private, public, for-profit), higher education (2- and 4-year institutions), government, corporate, nonprofit, and military.

On the job, LDT graduates assume the roles such as designers, trainers, project managers, evaluators, teachers, communicators, and technologists. Working locally and/or globally, they:

Analyze learning needs and performance opportunities.

Design training and performance support programs, courses and resources.

Design electronic performance support systems and mobile learning solutions.

Work on usability and human-computer interaction design.

Build prototypes, websites, games, simulations, mobile apps and much more.

Build coaching and mentoring systems.

Build VR or AR-supported learning environments.

Provide consulting for organizations on issues related to instructional design and technology.

Oversee learning management and content management systems and the implementation of innovative solutions.

Conduct research related to teaching, learning, and training.

Evaluate program effectiveness and impact.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Games, Play and Learning

Virtual Reality, Imaginary Worlds and the Future of Learning

Advanced Multimedia Design for Learning

Technology for Course Delivery

Consciousness Hacking

Mobile Application Development for Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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105

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the Cal State Apply Application

Create an SDSU WebPortal Account

Submit Official Transcripts and Diploma/Degree Certificate

Submit Official Test Scores

Submit Program Specific Documents

Applicants who have earned a three-year baccalaureate degree from an international institution, may be considered for admission.

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

8548 USD / year

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Out-of-State

8548 USD / year

≈ 8548 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8548 USD / year

≈ 8548 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-resident tuition: Add $444 per unit to the basic tuition and fees listed above.

Living costs

San Diego

United States

1400 - 2455 USD / month

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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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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Additional Details

Living costs

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