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Overview
The interdisciplinary Digital and Interactive Media Arts - Computer Science program offered by the Western Connecticut State University degree is supported by three departments–Art, Communication & Media Arts, and Computer Science–and offers options for specialization in production or programming.
All students work together in core DIMA courses, learning how to integrate knowledge across disciplines and produce fully realized projects from idea to storyboard to production.
Digital Media Producers, Editors, Managers, and Specialist positions can be found in numerous contexts including entertainment, education, medicine, and corporate and non-profit organizations. We recommend that students consider a minor in a field related to their ideal work environment.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate competency in the use of current digital production tools
- Integrate theories of design and interaction into all DIMA productions.
- Understand the legal, ethical, and social constraints of working with digital media.
- Work collaboratively across specializations to develop high quality DIMA projects.
- Develop and present professional portfolios of digital and interactive media productions.
Accreditation
Officially accredited/recognized by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is a medium-sized (enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Digital and Interactive Media
- Storytelling for Digital & Interactive Media
- Digital and Interactive Technologies
- Digital Photography
- Fundamentals of Two Dimensional Design
- Basic Video Production
- Sight, Sound & Motion
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
120 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Film, Photography & Media Media Studies & Mass Media View 1301 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2
English requirements
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online application
- Medical forms
- Personal Essay explaining your reasons for seeking admission OR on a topic of your choice
- Two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers or employers – OPTIONAL
- Official Test Scores.
- High School and University Diplomas and Transcripts with Foreign Credit Evaluation
- Affidavit of Support
- $50 Non-Refundable Application Fee
Tuition Fee
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International
19358 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9679 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
19358 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9679 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
6470 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3235 USD per semester during 48 months.
NE Regional: $4,853 per semester
Living costs for Danbury
1100 - 1600 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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