Media Arts Production, B.A.

Through their scholarly and creative work, students will:

• Articulate an understanding of media history, including that of underrepresented groups.

• Incorporate a knowledge of media theory, including global perspectives on media form and function, sensitive to the work of historically marginalized critics and theorists underrepresented in the canons of media criticism.

• Demonstrate technical and/or storytelling proficiency in creating work for diverse audiences.

• Explore their creative process and aesthetic values sensitive to issues of diversity and inclusion.

• Conduct meaningful research and develop proficiency in writing with suitable and effective academic vocabulary from an analytical and critical perspective. 

• Create works that engage with cultural frameworks and worldviews.

• Generate and conduct their own in-depth research in the history and theory of media arts to effectively contribute to the scholarly conversations.

The following degree requirements pertain to the Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts Production degree. Forty-eight credits in Visual and Media Arts plus 8 credits in upper-level Liberal Arts are required for a major under the BA degree. Students are encouraged to combine elements of study from diverse areas offered by the department in order to broaden their knowledge and adaptability, and to serve their artistic and intellectual interests as well as their career goals. Students should remain in contact with the department and their academic advisor for information pertaining to requirements and course offerings.