The University of Texas at Austin College of Fine Arts 7 courses 120 total credits
This program is focused on professional practice in immersive media, experience design, and interactive systems. Faculty noted for their professional excellence and experience teach a diverse set of courses in design and technology. Students work with faculty and each other to produce state-of-the-art content in an interdisciplinary academic setting aligned with the missions of both Fine Arts and the university. Coursework is centered around design methods, coding, game development, real-time graphics, sound design, simulation, collaboration, emerging technology, storytelling, and interconnected modes of production and distribution. Through this curriculum, students are prepared for careers in the fields of real-time technology, mixed reality, and immersive media which are powering new forms of design, education, and business. The Plan of Study is a suggested four-year course sequence to support academic planning and serves as a helpful guide. Currently enrolled students should meet with their academic advisor to tailor their course selections and timelines to their individual goals and circumstances.
| Electives | credits |
| Upper-division Free electives: Additional coursework to reach total hours required. | 9 credits |
| Free electives: Additional coursework to reach total hours required. | 15 credits |
| Foreign Language - Fine Arts (Note: this requirement may already be fulfilled by high school coursework) | credits |
| College Requirements - Fine Arts | credits |
| General University Requirements | credits |
Degree
Foundations
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AET 304 | Foundations of Arts and Entertainment Technologies | 3 |
| AET 310 | Foundations of Creative Coding | 3 |
Degree
Hours chosen from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AET 358 | Topics in Collaborative Studio | 3 |
| AET 376 | Game Capstone: 2-D | 3 |
| AET 377 | Game Capstone: 3-D | 3 |
| Total Degree | 3 credits | |
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