East Tennessee State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.-Technology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Digital Media Concentration in Technology offers a multidisciplinary approach to research in, and the creation of, digital and interactive communications, animation, video, and design. This program provides students with a combination of theoretical, aesthetic, and technical knowledge necessary for success as digital media developers, creators,evaluators, researchers, and producers. Graduates from the Digital Media concentration will be able to apply and manage new media tools,technologies, and business practices in a rapidly changing environment for communication, instruction, creative production and research; will be able to analyze and evaluate functional and communication aspects of multimedia design and production; and will have attained a theoretical base upon which to produce and manage successful digital media productions.Students taking courses in the Digital Media Concentration will pay a program fee of $100 per semester hour for each Digital Media course taken to cover program costs for software, equipment, and facilities.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Demonstrate competency in multiple software programs as evidenced by work included in the portfolio and as documented in application materials.

2. Provide a written Statement of Purpose (1,000 - 1,500 words)describing reasons for wishing to enter the program, career goals in the field of digital media, and ideas and topics for research in the digital medias that the applicant intends to pursue.

3. Include with the application any applicable professional and academic accomplishments (e.g., awards and honors).

4. Include with the application three (3) letters of recommendation.

International Student Requirements:

International students must have a TOEFL score of at least 550(paper score) or 213 (computer score), or 79 (internet), or an IELTS score of 6.5.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999