Overview

Through project-based learning, students in this track gain technical fluency, designing systems and products to realize their creative visions. Students learn more than design thinking; they graduate from the program as creative technologists equipped with robust portfolios of thoughtful projects and prototypes.

The program of Master of Science in Creative Technology and Design at University of Colorado at Boulder is driven by a unique and relevant core curriculum, flexibly shaped by student interest and guided by industry leaders.

The creative industries track connects students to the current and most relevant considerations of the field. Through hands-on workshops, visiting speakers, studios and classes, students work directly with leading professionals on real-world issues, gaining design expertise and technical skills as they learn the business of creativity.

Social Impact

The social impact track prepares students to leverage information and communication technology in support of underserved communities, in the U.S. and around the world.

Graduates are creative problem solvers tackling some of the world’s biggest issues. Learning in the program prepares students to creatively apply information and communication technologies for social impact. Students understand that the most effective and culturally appropriate solutions balance technology and societal need; through a project-based curriculum, students learn to critically evaluate and apply both.

One of the program’s greatest strengths is its diverse student cohort; a broad mix of talent leads to more thoughtful and thorough development projects and solutions.

A hallmark of the program is the final field-based practicum semester when students are placed with non-governmental organizations, development agencies, foundations or technology companies to apply social impact interventions to real-world problems—experience that positions them favorably for careers in the field after graduation, sometimes with the same organizations.

Career assistance

Professional and career development is a significant focus in the program. We work early on to support students in identifying career goals and opportunities for internships and employment (post-graduation). As our students have diverse employment goals, we work individually to create opportunities for professional networking. A number of our courses are either taught or include industry leaders and mentors who work closely with students to support career development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Impact

Global Development

Creative Technology and Design

Social Impact Practicum
IT Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boulder, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

The creative industries track requires a total of 33 credit hours, of which at least 27 must be completed at the 5000 level or above, including the mandatory core courses listed below. In addition, specific focus area requirements must be met. Students must receive a grade of B or higher in all coursework, maintaining a minimum overall GPA of 3.000.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23676 USD / year

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Out-of-State

23676 USD / year

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In-State

8928 USD / year

≈ 8928 USD / year

Living costs

Boulder

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

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