Department website: https://www.atu.edu/art/

The Game and Interactive Media Design degree introduces students to the cutting edge of visual communication arts and the latest in the interactive digital technology sciences. The program prepares students for work in the video game and entertainment industries as well as a broad range of fields requiring skills in animation, simulation, programming, web design, editing, mobile application development, interactive environment construction, and story formation.

HANDS-ON LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

• Beta testing
• Class projects
• Real-world projects

SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN

• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Strong foundation of art and design skills
• Working with others

Arkansas Tech University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), which accredits the following programs: 

• Bachelor of Arts-4 years: Art Education (Teacher Licensure K-12)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts-4 years: Fine Arts; Game and Interactive Media Design; Graphic Design

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See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements".

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General electives cannot include art courses.

Students who complete the program will demonstrate:

• Critical Analysis - Objectively participate in class critiques and respond positively to constructive criticism.
• Communication - Identify and effectively apply the use of visual arts concepts and vocabulary in verbal and written formats.
• Tools & Technology - Demonstrate proficiency in the use of art tools, materials, and technology appropriate to the field.
• Content - Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary art trends, major artist's works, and historical movements.
• Professionalism - Demonstrate an understanding of professionalism required of a serious student of art and develop a substantive portfolio.

For program assessment visit: https://www.atu.edu/assessment/program_assessment.php