Master of Art: Concentration in Media Studies Learning Goals

Students earning a Master of Arts with a Concentration in Media Studies and

choosing the Digital Design and Production option shall have acquired:

1. Advanced knowledge of digital media input and output techniques using hardware, software and peripheral devices.
2. Experience in advanced design theory and practice with both still and time-based media.
3. Experience in researching contemporary digital artists/designers and,
4. advanced exposure to media theory, history, culture, and aesthetics.
5. Degree candidates must conduct in-depth research, prepare a thesis proposal then design, produce and exhibit a significant project.

Students earning a Master of Arts with a Concentration in Media Studies and

choosing the Critical Studies option shall have completed:

1. Advanced study in media theory, history, culture, and aesthetics.
2. Extensive research and writing of a master’s thesis and,
3. acquired advanced exposure to digital media production.

Adapted from the National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD) Accrediting Agency Handbook.