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Digital Arts, B.A.

Prepare for a Career at the Cross-Section of Computer Technology and the Arts

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

The B.A. in Digital Arts is designed to prepare students to work in computer-art and design-related fields such as mobile-application and web design, game development, visual effects, film, interactive media and other emerging opportunities at the cross-section of computer technology and the arts.

Students will also acquire the background needed to pursue research at the graduate level in areas such as graphics, virtual reality, simulation and human-computer interaction.

Major Concentration Options

There are two concentrations for the major:

Mobile Application and Web Development

Focuses on software development for mobile devices and web applications for both server-side or client-side processing, user interface design issues of contexts, screen, input and functionality.

Interactive Graphics

Explores designing interactive user experiences and 3D graphics for applications such as virtual/augmented reality, 3D animation, games, movie animation, data visualization and digital art.

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Digital Arts students learning about 3D printing.

Sample Courses In Digital Arts

Table lists sample courses for this program
ART 220 / 320 Intro to 3D Modeling & Animation
CSC 421 Computer Gaming
ART 370 3D Printing & Laser cutting
CSC 368 Visual Design for Multimedia
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How Do I Apply To The Digital Arts Program?

No special requirements for admission.

A grade point average of ‘C’ (2.0) or better computed over all the courses used to fill the requirements of the major are required.

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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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