Human Systems Engineering, BS
Learn how to design and apply technology with a focus on human needs. Through the study of human behavior, you can gain insights that support advancements in health care, workplace systems and the development of more intuitive, effective technologies.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
Human Systems Engineering degree description
The Bachelor of Science program in human systems engineering provides you with an understanding of the science of human performance. You gain experience using methods and tools to apply this understanding to design and problem-solving in a wide variety of domains, such as product usability, learning design, sports performance, and workplace and hospital safety.
Many diverse professions need experts in human factors to work on problems that involve an understanding of human performance; these areas include user experience, aviation human factors, cognitive performance, consumer psychology, transportation human factors, patient safety, effective teamwork, health psychology, learning optimization, social cognition, threat detection and sports psychology.
Why study human systems engineering at ASU?
In this program, you develop strong research skills and learn to evaluate human performance, gaining hands-on practice with the methods at the heart of the field. You learn to apply psychology to tackle hands-on challenges in transportation, VR and AR, and design.
Courses
Explore a sample list of courses you may take in this program.
| Sample courses |
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| HSE 101 Introduction to Human Systems Engineering |
| HSE 223 Applied Biology of Human Behavior |
| HSE 224 Applied Social Science |
| HSE 225 Human Systems Integration |
| HSE 230 Statistics for Human Systems Research I |
| HSE 290 Experimental Methods for Human Systems Research |
Course checksheet and curriculum archive
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All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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A current ASU student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A").
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Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, human systems engineering students are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Build the career and future you want
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:
| Career | Growth | Median Salary | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate Web Developer | 5.1% | $116,580 | Learn more |
| IT Project Manager | 5.1% | $116,580 | Learn more |
| Video Game Designer | 6.0% | $104,000 | Learn more |
Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
More about careers
Careers this human systems engineering degree prepares you for
Graduates are prepared for industry and government careers. They may work as a member of a design team for a product or system in a position such as:
- game designer
- human factors engineer
- human systems integrator
- interface designer
- user experience designer
- usability engineer
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
Human Systems Engineering
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SUTON 240
polyadvising@asu.edu
480-727-1874
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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