New York University

Overview

The Interactive Media Arts bachelor's program at New York University offers a unique blend of creative practice and critical analysis of the interactions between people, media, and technology. This program emphasizes hands-on learning in areas such as interaction design, creative coding, and digital storytelling, while also providing a solid theoretical foundation.

What you'll study

Programme Structure

• Foundations: Explore core concepts in new media, interaction, and creative practices.
• Specialized labs: Engage in hands-on modules that focus on prototyping, creative coding, and communication for interactive projects.
• Electives and thematic study: Choose courses that examine media theory, digital culture, and emerging topics in the field.
• Capstone studio: Complete a year-long project that culminates in a portfolio-ready body of work.

Example course areas include:

• What is New Media?
• Interaction Lab
• Creative Coding Lab
• Communications Lab
• Digital Arts and New Media
• Post-human Media
• Algorithmic Cultures
• Digital Heritage
• Capstone Studio
• Global Perspectives on Society
• Science, Technology, and Society
• Experimental Discovery in the Natural World

Capstone requirement: The capstone studio integrates technical development and creative direction into a cohesive project, typically culminating in prototypes, documentation, and a final portfolio submission.

Entry requirements

While there are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA grading score requirements for this program, prospective students should be prepared to submit the following:

• Standardized test scores (if applicable)
• A Self Reported Academic Record (SRAR)
• English language testing, if applicable
• Records of all college coursework for which academic credit was received, not included in the high school transcript
• The Common Application Mid-Year Report with updated academic records if mid-year grades are available

Career prospects

Graduates of the Interactive Media Arts program are well-equipped to pursue a variety of careers in the fields of media, technology, and the arts. Opportunities include roles in interactive design, digital storytelling, media production, and more, preparing students for a dynamic and evolving job market.