Media Arts and Sciences (Education) ,BA
3-D, Art Education, Art Educator, Art Technology, Design Education, Digital Media, Engineering Education, Media Arts, Media Production, approved for STEM-OPT extension
Digital media has revolutionized how we live, learn, create and communicate. Learn how to use, misuse and reimagine digital technology, computational systems and interactive media. You won't just learn the how of tech, but also the why, using your artistic vision and a human-centric perspective to shape a vibrant digital future.
The School of Arts, Media and Engineering educates the next generation of learners and empowers them with technofluency --- its development, application and implications.
The BA program in media arts and sciences offers students technical skills to develop computational media and cultural skills to apply them meaningfully. Students immerse themselves in hands-on projects; explore the intertwined evolution of culture, society and tech; and create computational media systems with sound, video, objects, space and immersive media. This fusion of arts, humanities and engineering foundations allows students to not only craft innovative digital media but also to think critically about how technology and society are co-productive. The program's overarching goal is to develop socially conscious global citizens, ready to navigate and shape a more connected and creative digital world.
Media Arts and Sciences -- Educational Studies concentration
Learning happens everywhere. Through concentration coursework in educational studies, provided by Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, students learn the role of education in society and how humans learn. They also develop effective communication skills and learn to facilitate learning experiences across a variety of spaces. Students learn to effectively share their passion for media arts and technology and inspire a new generation of technofluent creators: kids, teens, adults and learners of all ages, empowering them to craft their own stories.
GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 36 months. This OPT work authorization term may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing the degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: No
- First required math course: MAT 117 - College Algebra
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Math intensity:
Moderate
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
An ASU student who would like to change majors to one offered by the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts or one of its programs must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Study abroad programs allow students to think critically about how computation impacts lives and how culture makes a difference in how people experience computational media --- critical skills in this dynamic age. With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available, media arts and sciences students are able to tailor their experience to their unique interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network.
Graduates of this program are prepared to thrive in an increasingly digital world, whether teaching STEAM workshops, creating new technology-infused learning experiences, or embedded in the local community at art hackerspaces, science centers and digital fabrication labs. They can develop and facilitate learning experiences and become advocates for technology, media arts and education.
Graduates work in a variety of settings related to media arts and education, including schools and classrooms, libraries, museums and science centers, nonprofit organizations, and technology and educational companies.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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8.2%
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$98,950
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6.1%
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$105,180
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3.2%
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$77,280
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15.4%
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$164,070
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2.5%
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$66,490
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8.1%
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$34,440
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4.3%
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$65,000
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6.9%
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$79,960
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-0.2%
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$62,500
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0.0%
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$62,630
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Arts, Media and Engineering Sch T
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STAUF-B 217
ameed@asu.edu
480-965-9438
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
