Program Overview
The Intermedia and Digital Arts at University of Maryland Baltimore County is a MA programme in Arts & Design, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Intermedia and Digital Arts programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Baltimore, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Intermedia and Digital Arts programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Intermedia Methods Seminar
- History + Theory of Imaging and Digital Arts
- Contemporary Art, Theory and Criticism
- Imaging and Digital Studio
- Seminar in Art History and Theory
- Advanced Imaging and Digital Studio
- Exhibition and Thesis Preparation
- Graduate Thesis
- Thesis Exhibition
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The IMDA M.F.A. consists of 60 credits, including 14 credits of electives and 12 credits that go toward the thesis exhibition and written thesis. Students are guided through a full-time curriculum with regular one-on-one and group feedback from faculty and visiting artists and critics who review their work throughout their course.
Each Spring students mount their thesis exhibitions at the Center for Art Design and Visual Culture (CADVC). The written thesis presents the conceptual basis of the student\xc2\x92s artwork on display. The exhibition and paper will present the position and direction of the student\xc2\x92s artwork, specifically within the historical, conceptual, philosophical and/or theoretical context, as well as significant influences. In consultation with the Thesis Committee, the M.F.A. candidate will nominate qualified individuals who will additionally review the student\xc2\x92s thesis work.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of Maryland Baltimore County
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, United States
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