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Digital Arts, B.A.

Our alumni work as:

A programmer/ coder who creates computer software or apps.

Work on the back end or the programming aspect of creating a website or web application.

The creative driver responsible for bringing a game to life; a cross between a writer, artist and programmer.

Combine text and pictures in advertisements, magazines or books.

Design interactive products and services, including the way users will interact with them.

The process used to digitally generate three dimensionally designed animated images, animations and motion graphics.

Digital Art creation for museums and galleries as well as opportunities for graduate MFA programs in Digital Art and New Media

Product and art production with emerging technology such as 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling and more

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Learn TO

Gain a deep understanding of both art and computer science

Develop technical, aesthetic, analytical, and problem-solving skill

Learn the fundamentals of programming, art history, mathematics, data visualization and elements of art

The hands-on, project-based experiences of UNCW’s studio and digital arts program allowed me to explore my interests and gain a breadth of knowledge and skills.
Kira Eagon '21 Graduate Student at Rochester Institute of Technology
Digital Arts, B.A. Program Overview
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Digital Arts students learning about 3D printing.

Are You an International Student?

This is a U.S. Department of Homeland Security STEM designated program that allows eligible F1 international students to apply for a 24-month optional practical training extension.

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