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Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication Graduate Degrees

Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication (ATEC) graduate programs emphasize critical analysis and creative thinking.

The MA’s Emerging Media Studies pathway begins with core methods and moves to advanced topics. Students learn to use media and cultural studies methods to explore the social, cultural, and political implications of digital media.

The MFA’s Creative Practice pathway focuses on producing new art and technology in a studio environment, including areas such as 3D modeling, 3D printing, projection mapping, digital fabrication, and interactive art.

The PhD in ATEC is designed to prepare individuals to teach arts-and-technology-related courses or develop new artistic, cultural or commercial applications of digital technology and emerging media.

Master of Arts (MA) in ATEC

The MA in ATEC offers advanced studies in digital media studies, interactive media, and computer-based arts.

MA in ATEC: Emerging Media Studies Pathway

The Emerging Media Studies master’s program emphasizes the fusion of creative and critical thinking, of theory with practice.

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Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in ATEC

The MFA in ATEC pathway in Creative Practice offers training in emerging artistic practices through the creative use and critical investigation of technology and artistic practices.

MFA in ATEC: Creative Practice Pathway

Students in the Creative Practice pathway engage in the formal exploration and critical investigation of media and technology.

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in ATEC

The PhD in ATEC trains students in academic disciplines and research traditions related to technology and media.

PhD in ATEC

Students investigate foundational theories, questions and methods that underlie the study of Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication.

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