The University of Texas at Austin College of Fine Arts 18 courses 19 total credits
Students explore the rapidly evolving intersection between digital technologies and creative artistic and media production in this program. The presence of advanced computer technologies in nearly every aspect of the entertainment sector and media production points to the need for creative professionals who not only have the skills to use these technologies, but also the creative vision to use these tools in new ways and a critical perspective on the social contexts within which digital arts and media are created and consumed. This program is designed to guide students toward careers in this dynamic field by providing a unique mix of courses from fine arts, communication, computer sciences, humanities, and engineering. The certificate provides a framework for students from across disciplines to explore and create work that pushes the boundaries of traditional disciplines and media, bringing their own knowledge and perspectives together with tools for creative production. The foundation hours provide the conceptual scaffolding for exploring new media and developing new skills, while the strand hours allow students to pursue individual interests in games and entertainment, image and film, mixed media, music and audio, or other areas. Requirements are listed in the table below. Additional requirements may follow the table, so be sure to read the entire page. Some required courses listed below may also satisfy General Education requirements, including Core Curriculum. Students should also review the University's Undergraduate Minor and Certificate Requirements and Policies.
| Undergraduate Minor and Certificate Requirements and Policies | credits |
Hours chosen from: Forum Seminars
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BDP 101.3 | Exploring Digital Arts and Media | 1-3 |
Hours chosen from: Concepts and Techniques
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AET 304 | Foundations of Arts and Entertainment Technologies | 3 |
| MUS 319D | Foundations of Digital Sound and Music | 3 |
| RTF 329C | Digital Media Production | 3 |
| Total | 3 credits | |
Students with a background in Computer Science, Engineering, or Management Information Systems should choose RTF 303D or a second course from Social Issues. Students without a background in Computer Science should take a programming or computer science course to satisfy this requirement.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| C S 303E | Elements of Computers and Programming | 3 |
| J 326C | Introduction to Coding for Journalists | 3 |
| RHE 314 | Computer Programming for the Humanities | 3 |
| RTF 303D | Media and Culture | 3 |
Hours chosen from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AET 336C | Video Game History and Culture | 3 |
| ANT 325G | Technoculture | 3 |
| RTF 331P.4 | Video Game Culture and Criticism | 3 |
| Total | 3 credits | |
Hours chosen from: Strand
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AET 324J | Visual Storytelling | 3 |
| RTF 344M.6 | Introduction to 3D Animation | 3 |
| T D 353T | Topics in Acting and Directing | 3 |
| C S 324E | Elements of Graphics and Visualization | 3 |
| Total | 6 credits | |
All students must complete on Independent or Tea-Based Creative Project Connecting Experiences, and students have the option of completing an additional research or internship experience.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BDP 320K | Connecting Research Experience | |
| BDP 320L | Connecting Research Experience | 3 |
| BDP 325K | Connecting Internship Experience |
Click a course code or title to read the full course description.
Our subject experts help with essays, research papers, case studies, discussion posts, and capstone projects for these programs β written from scratch to your course requirements.
Program and course information is reproduced from each university's published academic catalog for informational purposes and may change. Always confirm current requirements with your university. We are an independent academic support service and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the universities listed.
Expert guides on essay writing, citation styles, study skills, and academic success.
View All Articles
Learn how to write a good research question for a paper. Narrow your topic, identify a research problem, and create a focused question with practical examples.
Learn how to choose a research topic you can actually research. Discover how to narrow broad ideas, find reliable sources, and develop a focused research question.
Learn how to cite sources in a research paper using APA, MLA, and Chicago styles, with in-text citation examples and reference-list tips.