Master of Science - MS in Health Communication Design Thomas Jefferson University

Complete a single certificate, or, in only one year, complete two certificates plus a capstone project to earn the full MS in Health Communication Design. Health Communication Design is for visionary individuals driven by a passion to address critical and complex health communication design issues for people, communities, healthcare providers and policymakers. Through a series of themed, stackable certificates, delivered in a low-residency model, the MS in Health Communication Design equips students with theory and practice-based design skills to create health-related change that improves the human condition. The program employs a process informed by user-centered research, empathy, and a transdisciplinary, collaborative, multi-modal approach. You are interested in the spaces where health and design come together to make powerful and engaging communications that matter. You might have previous design experience, you might have a background in health, or you might be a working professional looking to change careers entirely. You want to understand how to identify and frame an opportunity through deep research and engagement. You see a complex and ambiguous world with an uncertain future, and you want to learn to navigate that landscape to create lasting change that will better the human condition. You are creative, motivated, and a future leader. Certificates are thematic 12-credit experiences that focus on applying communication and design strategies to contemporary health challenges.

Thomas Jefferson University, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a distinguished private institution renowned for its emphasis on health sciences and a multidisciplinary approach to education. Established in 1824 as Jefferson Medical College, the university has since expanded its offerings to include a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various fields.

The institution is particularly noted for its strong focus on healthcare education, including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and health professions. In 2017, Thomas Jefferson University merged with Philadelphia University, broadening its academic scope to include architecture, design, fashion, business, and engineering, creating a robust and diverse academic environment.

Thomas Jefferson University fosters a collaborative and innovative learning atmosphere, underscored by its commitment to research, clinical excellence, and community service. It operates several highly regarded hospitals and healthcare facilities, providing students with valuable hands-on clinical experience. The university's urban campus, integrated with state-of-the-art facilities, supports a dynamic and immersive educational experience.