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Department of Art at Union

Minor in Digital Media Studies

The Digital Media Studies minor (DMS) is a 21-hour interdisciplinary program combining courses from Art, Communication Arts and Computer Science. Its purpose is to equip you with the creative, strategic and technical skills needed for excellence in the design, production, and implementation of digital media. Students minoring in Digital Media Studies will take a variety of classes, providing a broad understanding of the new media landscape. Below is a list of classes that will be required in order to complete the minor.

DMS Curriculum

Choose at least two courses from each area. You will choose a third course from one areas of interest.

Art Courses

  • Foundations: Introduction to Digital Media
  • Graphic Design 01: Introduction to Graphic Design
  • Graphic Design 02: Identity Systems
  • Graphic Design 03: Typography
  • Graphic Design 04: Digital Design for The Screen
  • Graphic Design 05: Motion Graphics

Communication Arts Courses

  • Visual Storytelling
  • Digital Photography
  • Media Theory & Trends
  • Organizational Communication
  • Interactive Media I
  • Social Media Theory and Strategies

Computer Science Courses

  • Foundations of Web Development
  • IoT and Mobile Devices
  • Human Computer Interaction and Design
  • Computer Graphics
  • Front-end Development

2025-26 Catalogue: Minor Requirements