MFA & MA Transdisciplinary New Media

Program Description

This program was developed for students who want to explore the New Media creative field. This field embraces collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches. Students will used a shared creative process to develop solutions through theories and methodology, technology, and tools.

Students who have graduated with an undergraduate degree (BFA, BA, BSc, BID, BArch, etc.) are welcome to join this program. We welcome applicants from a range of fields from music to science to programming and more. We want to develop a varied and diverse approach and to ensure that each program participant learns new skillsets. Those without a BFA must enroll in two semesters of Design or Art History. There may be other requirements for students depending on their undergraduate concentration.

Highlights

Graduates of this program will be able to develop careers in software development, developing interfaces, web design, exhibitions, art installations, publishing, and video games, among other industries

This is a terminal degree in this field, so you may be able to pursue a teaching degree

Benefit from an interdisciplinary approach

What`s Included

At PCA, students can complete either a Masters of Art (MA) or a Masters of Fine Arts (MFA) in Transdisciplinary New Media. The first two semesters (fall and spring) of these programs follow a common curriculum. Then, students either go on to complete a full-time summer term to receive the MA degree or continue for two semesters of study in the following academic year (fall and spring) to receive the MFA.