Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication Graduate Degrees
Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication (ATEC) graduate students pursue multiple pathways of research, scholarship, and making. Our graduate programs are joined by shared principles of critical analysis and creative thinking. With an ATEC advanced degree, you are prepared to teach, analyze, and design the latest in emerging media technologies.
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.
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in ATEC
The MFA in ATEC, with pathways in Animation, Creative Practice, or Game Development, offers training in emerging artistic practices through the creative use and critical investigation of technology and artistic practices.
MFA in ATEC: Animation Pathway
Students in the Animation pathway explore current methods of animation, visual effects production, and their historical and cultural contexts.
MFA in ATEC: Creative Practice Pathway
Students in the Creative Practice pathway engage in the formal exploration and critical investigation of media and technology.
MFA in ATEC: Game Development Pathway
Students taking courses in the Game Development pathway study the structure, content, and design of games and engage in game design practices.
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 taking courses in the Game Development pathway study the structure, content, and design of games and engage in game design practices.
Application Deadlines
PhD
| Fall 2024 | Jan 15 |
MFA
| Jan 1 | deadline to start application1 |
| Jan 15 | deadline to turn in all application materials1 |
| May 1 | regular application deadline |
| Aug 1 | deadline to start application |
Deadline to turn in all late application materials is in accordance with University deadlines.
MA
| Jan 1 | deadline to start application2 |
| Jan 15 | deadline to turn in all application materials2 |
| May 1 | regular application deadline |
| Aug 1 | deadline to start application |
Deadline to turn in all late application materials is in accordance with University deadlines.
1 for Priority Consideration for Admission and Funding
2 for Priority Consideration for Admission