Program Overview

About Technical Communication and Interactive Design

The Department of Technical Communication and Interactive Design is one of the 11 departments/schools found in Kennesaw State University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Interactive Design (BS-IAD) degree, which is designed to prepare students for careers in technical communication and interactive design.

Our Mission in Higher Education

The department's mission is to provide exceptional teaching and learning experiences that prepare students for careers in rapidly changing and emerging fields. The mission means that students will receive an education that develops their understanding of the theoretical and cultural components of digital environments and user experiences. Students will gain practical experience by creating digital projects in every class, and at the end of their degree program, they will be prepared to take their projects and build a career-ready collection of professional work for their own portfolio.

What is Technical Communication and Interactive Design?

Technical Communication and Interactive Design (TCID) is a field that combines technology, creativity, and digital culture. The Bachelor of Science in Interactive Design (BS-IAD) degree is a unique blend of theory and practice that prepares students for a new and growing profession. The degree is designed to connect theory and practice in ways that make meaning for students and resonate for employers.

Why Have I Never Heard of Technical Communication or Interactive Design Before?

The field of Technical Communication and Interactive Design is relatively new, and it is not typically offered in high schools. However, the profession is growing rapidly, and in about 10 years, it is expected to become more widely recognized.

I'm in High School. Is This For Me?

The Bachelor of Science in Interactive Design (BS-IAD) degree is a good fit for recent high school graduates who want to design digital screens, create technical content, test products with real users, and more. The degree is designed to provide students with a cutting-edge set of career competencies that will prepare them for a dynamic and growth-focused field.

And If I'm Beyond High School?

The department also offers excellent options for students who want to make their Associate's Degree a 4-year college diploma or leverage their current college degree into one that's value-added. The Bachelor of Science in Interactive Design (BS-IAD) degree is designed to situate students in a dynamic, growth-focused field that is rapidly changing and emerging.

Program Details

• The Bachelor of Science in Interactive Design (BS-IAD) degree is a 4-year degree that combines theory and practice in classes.
• The degree is designed to prepare students for careers in technical communication and interactive design.
• Students will gain practical experience by creating digital projects in every class.
• The degree is a unique blend of technology, creativity, and digital culture.
• The department encourages students to seek valuable workplace experiences through for-credit internships.
• The Bachelor of Science designation means that the program applies both theory and practice in classes, and it aligns with the growing area of STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Career Opportunities

• Interactive designers are in demand, and there is a pressing workforce need for user interface designers (UI) in digital user experience (UX) environments.
• The Bachelor of Science in Interactive Design (BS-IAD) degree prepares students for careers as content engineers, interaction designers, user interface designers, information designers, data analysts, or technical trainers.
• The degree is designed to provide students with a cutting-edge set of career competencies that will prepare them for a dynamic and growth-focused field.