Earn Your Master’s Degree in Instructional Design and Technology. 100% Online.
Mercer University’s Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology equips you with the skills to design engaging learning experiences across many industries while offering flexibility to balance work and studies.
Classes Begin May 19
Why Choose Mercer
Listed among the “Best Online Colleges in Georgia” by OnlineU
Celebrated for over 100 years of teaching Georgia’s teachers and educational leaders
Recognized as one of the “Best Colleges for Veterans” by U.S. News & World Report
Why Pursue a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology?
Mercer University’s M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology provides a comprehensive curriculum focused on core instructional design principles that can be applied across many industries.
Whether you are working in a human resource office or a classroom, serving in a hospital or a military facility, the tools of instructional design impact your industry. This program provides the flexibility to leverage your existing expertise while integrating and applying new technologies and research-driven practices.
The M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology offers flexible and convenient options for busy professionals, including:
- 100% online format
- Start terms in January, May, and August
- Completion time of 12–14 months
Upon completion of the program, Mercer graduates are equipped to:
- Understand how people learn: Explore how learning happens and discover how to meet the unique needs of every learner.
- Bridge theory and practice: See how instructional design, learning principles, and cognitive science come together to create effective learning solutions.
- Create impactful learning experiences: Design engaging, accessible, and learner-focused materials across industries that set the standard for excellence.
- Leverage cutting-edge tools: Choose and integrate technologies that create meaningful and innovative learning environments.
- Drive continuous improvement: Use research-backed strategies and evaluation techniques to refine and enhance your designs.
- Design with care and purpose: Advocate for responsive practices while promoting responsible use of technology.
- Lead with a collaborative mindset: Develop the skills to lead instructional design initiatives with a focus on teamwork, reflection, and human-centered solutions.
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Get the Most from Your Master's Degree in Instructional Design and Technology
At Mercer, we offer program features that make your educational experience more effective, efficient, convenient, and affordable.
Benefit from a flexible online format. Earn your master’s degree in a convenient 100% online format, making it easier to complete coursework while working.
Learn from exceptional faculty. Each Mercer graduate program is taught by highly credentialed and accessible faculty that genuinely cares about the success of every student.
Enjoy small class sizes. Mercer’s small classes offer personalized attention and greater learning opportunities.
Better online instruction. Mercer’s online programs are taught by the same student-focused, highly experienced professors who lead on-campus classes.
Begin class at your convenience. Choose to start classes in January, May, or August.
Accelerate your courses. Move through the program faster with accelerated eight-week courses to fit your busy schedule.
Know your professors and peers. Mercer’s online learning system connects students with professors and classmates, allowing you to build relationships for a more personalized experience where no one gets lost in the crowd.
Apply for veteran benefits. Professional staff assistance is available to military-connected students and their families.
Reach a higher potential. Earning a Mercer degree is a recognition of achieving academic excellence and advanced career capabilities.
Complete your degree quickly. Mercer’s M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology can be completed in as little as 12–14 months.
Leverage career development resources. Connect with Mercer’s Center for Career and Professional Development for services and tools to assist with internship and job searches, interview preparation, networking, and more.
Receive continuous support. Students enjoy a personalized, supportive environment from orientation to graduation.
Career Paths for Graduates
Mercer’s Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology is an ideal program for those seeking to use instructional design approaches in a variety of workplace, educational, and training contexts. The need for positions in this field is expected to increase in the next decade with an estimated 2,800 new positions in Georgia and an additional 20,000+ positions across the United States. Graduates may pursue a variety of roles such as:
- Instructional Coordinator
- Instructional Designer
- Instructional Technologist/Educational Technologist
- Training and Development Manager
- Training and Development Specialist
Why Mercer?
Mercer University is one of America’s oldest and most distinctive institutions of higher learning, with more than 9,000 students enrolled across 12 schools and colleges. We are ranked among the top-tier national research universities and have earned consistent recognition for our academic programs and educational opportunities.
For more than three decades, Mercer has led the way in helping students of all ages — from all over Georgia and beyond — find the personalized support and flexibility needed to make a Mercer education a reality. Because no matter who you are, what you’re looking to study, or wherever you want to go, Mercer is for you.
