# Master Human-Technology Interaction

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**TU/e ranks 6th in Europe and 24th in the ranking of world's best university for Human-Computer Interaction!** This places TU/e among some of the world’s most renowned institutions according to [EduRank's 2025 ranking](https://edurank.org/cs/hci/).

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ECTS points

120

Education type

Master program

Duration

2 Years - Fulltime

Language

English

Degree

Master of Science (MSc)

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Digital communication is rapidly reshaping the way we live, work, and relate to one another. Technology is no longer just something we use — it’s something we wear, experience, and often don’t even see. It’s embedded in our homes, vehicles, schools, hospitals, and cities. Whether it’s artificial intelligence, virtual reality, or smart lighting systems, technology influences not only how we behave, but also who we are becoming.

In a world increasingly shaped by digital innovation, the question is no longer whether we can build it — but how we build it *for people*. That’s where the **Human-Technology Interaction (HTI) master’s program** at **Eindhoven University of Technology** comes in.

This interdisciplinary program teaches you to understand and shape the interaction between humans and technology — from a scientific, technical, and design-oriented perspective. You’ll combine insights from psychology, cognitive science, and ergonomics with technical domains like AI, robotics, architecture, and ICT. Your goal? To design and evaluate technologies that enhance usability, trust, well-being, and human experience.

**In the HTI master’s program, we focus on**fundamental technical and societal issues that need to be solved. For example, think of:

- How should we deal with robots?
- How do you design recommendation systems for music?
- What effect does office lighting have on burnout?
- How can we regain a user’s trust when an algorithm fails to work?
- Does generative AI like ChatGPT change the work of writers and artists?
- Can you increase street safety with smart street lighting?
- Do students perform better when their abilities are regularly assessed online?
- What happens to you when you immerse yourself in the Metaverse with a VR helmet?

You’ll gain **hands-on experience** through research projects, case studies, internships, or an international semester. With **scientific methods at the core**, you’ll learn to evaluate, test, and improve both existing technologies and your designs. The program offers **four specialization tracks** — letting you focus your learning and projects on the domain you’re most passionate about. Whichever path you choose, you’ll graduate with the skills to design and assess future technologies that put **human needs, ethics, and capabilities** first.

[## “We shape our technologies; thereafter our technologies shape us.”](https://youtu.be/Wzcrha6kky0)

## Who Are You?

You’re someone who sees more than just code or interfaces — you see people behind the technology. Maybe you’re coming from a technical background, but you want to understand user behavior, trust, and experience. Or perhaps you studied psychology or social sciences, and now want to explore how that knowledge applies to AI, VR, and interactive systems. Either way, you’re curious about how to design technology that’s not just smart — but meaningful, ethical, and effective. You want to explore the psychological and societal implications of innovation. And most importantly, you want to shape a digital future that keeps humans at the center.

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## Why TU/e?

Located in the heart of Brainport Eindhoven — one of Europe’s leading tech hubs — TU/e offers the ideal environment for studying the relationship between people and technology. The HTI program is grounded in cutting-edge research, close collaboration with industry, and a strong international community. You’ll learn from top researchers in human-centered AI, behavioral design, and technology ethics, while applying your skills in real-world settings. The curriculum is flexible and future-focused, giving you the freedom to explore different domains while staying rooted in solid scientific and design principles. From classroom to lab to internship, you’ll be part of a community that believes technology should not only work — it should work for people.

## "I'm analyzing human behavior in online environments."

Technology can truly change how people think and respond to the world...

*Emese Corbet*

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## Master's tracks

[A track within MSc Human-Technology Interaction

### Master's track Robots for Humans](https://www.tue.nl/en/education/graduate-school/masters-track-robots-for-humans)[A track within MSc Human-Technology Interaction

### Master's track Behavioral and Social Computing](https://www.tue.nl/en/education/graduate-school/masters-track-behavioral-and-social-computing)[A track within MSc Human-Technology Interaction

### Master's track Environmental Psychology](https://www.tue.nl/en/education/graduate-school/masters-track-environmental-psychology)[A track within MSc Human-Technology Interaction

### Master's track Human-Centered AI](https://www.tue.nl/en/education/graduate-school/masters-track-human-centered-ai)

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