KENT, Ohio – Kent State University has added a bachelor’s degree in user experience design to help train graduates for the fast-growing job field.

User experience design focuses on creating products, websites and apps that are easy and enjoyable to use through branding, design, usability and function, according to the Interaction Design Foundation .

Jobs in user experience design are expected to grow by 7% from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , which reports that the median annual salary in the field is $98,000.

Kent State also offers minor and master’s degree programs in the field. The new bachelor’s degree option has been in the works for three years, according to the university.

The Bachelor of Science degree in User Experience Design will help s

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