Available to students residing on the other Hawaiian islands, the program targets students completing the first two years of coursework in a media/art program at a UH system community college. UH West O'ahu offers its online bachelor of arts in creative media with a concentration in general creative media as a degree-completion program.
With its main campus in Las Cruces, NMSU is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. SAT and ACT test scores are not required for regular admission, but are required for early admission. Students completing the GED or HiSET may also be considered for admission. Qualifications for admission include graduation from any state high school or academy in the U.S. Students also take introduction to information technology followed by electives. Graduates gain communications, project management, and computer proficiencies transferrable to other media-related jobs.Īfter general education classes, core studies cover desktop publishing, web design, principles of design, and 2D animation. They also explore interdisciplinary skills in editing, directing, acting, and writing. Students in this 60-credit program learn to work with audio and video equipment. NMSU's associate of applied science in creative media degree prepares students for entry-level work in the media industry. They develop crucial collaboration skills required in the majority of jobs in animation. Improve Collaboration Skills Throughout an undergraduate or graduate animation program, enrollees work closely with their peers and instructors. Hone Individual Abilities A well-designed animation program gives students plenty of opportunities to explore and improve their individual abilities through coursework and hands-on training.
Increase Credibility An animation degree presents the holder as a serious and disciplined professional who possesses the knowledge and training required to carry out the artistic and creative requirements of different types of jobs in the field. Develop Professional Network Most animation programs include internship and mentoring opportunities that give enrollees the chance to develop connections in the industry, which often become professional recommendations after graduation. Employers often expect animation applicants to submit a portfolio. Build a Portfolio of Work Through individual or group projects, animation students compile a portfolio of work that showcases their ability and creativity.