Master in 인터랙션사이언스학과

The Department of Interaction Science at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), located in Jongno-gu, South Korea, offers a master's degree that studies how people interact with technology, information, and each other in digital environments. The field draws on psychology, design, computer science, and communication studies, and coursework typically covers human-computer interaction, user experience research, cognitive science, and the design and evaluation of interactive systems such as apps, websites, and digital services. Students learn to conduct user research, analyze behavioral data, and apply design principles to make technology easier and more intuitive to use. Because interaction science sits between the humanities, social sciences, and technical design fields, students often develop both qualitative research skills, such as interviewing and usability testing, and quantitative skills for analyzing user data. Graduates typically pursue careers as UX researchers, product designers, human-computer interaction specialists, or user experience strategists at technology companies, design consultancies, or research institutes. Some continue into doctoral study to specialize further in cognitive science or interaction design theory. Coursework combines seminar-based discussion with applied design and research projects, and students generally complete a thesis exploring a specific question in user behavior or interface design. The program runs two years, with new students admitted in March and September of every year, and is taught in English, drawing an international cohort alongside Korean students. Entering students come from varied backgrounds, including psychology, design, computer science, or communication, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of studying how people and technology interact.