Master of Science in Education / Learning Design & Technology
Purdue University

Program Details

Ranked #10 for Best Online Learning Design and Technology Program by U.S. News and World Report 2024, Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Education in Learning Design and Technology gives you vital knowledge and innovative techniques to design and deliver effective instructional materials whether you’re teaching in a classroom or training in a boardroom. Maximize your impact with this accessible and affordable online master’s program in less than two years.

Program Highlights

  • Gain knowledge of how to use instructional design principles to develop effective and efficient support materials
  • Learn the skills and strategies to design, develop, and implement instructional assets that integrate learning technology and align with desired learning outcomes
  • Create an experience-rich portfolio with the coursework you complete throughout the program

Earn Technology Badges to Master Digital Tools

To support your skills in instructional technology, you can learn how to use over 30 (and counting) specific instructional tools through a unique technology badge system. This not only increases your technological proficiency, it demonstrates mastery of the tools to potential employers. Badges can be earned for credit or simply for professional development purposes.

Knowledge for Any Learning Setting

The online MSEd in Learning Design and Technology allows you to apply and adapt proven methods to a wide range of training situations and workplace settings, including:

  • Classrooms
  • Business and industry
  • Government agencies
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Military

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Purdue University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Interview, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent