The Digital Communication Arts (B.S.) at Oregon State University is crafted for aspiring creators and strategists ready to shape the future of digital media. You will explore the dynamic interplay between technology, culture, and communication, mastering the skills needed to produce compelling content for a diverse range of digital platforms. This undergraduate degree focuses on developing your proficiency in media production, visual rhetoric, and communication strategy, preparing you to navigate and innovate within the ever-evolving digital landscape. It is ideal for students eager to understand and influence how new media transforms human interaction and commerce.
This Bachelor of Science degree is studied full-time on campus over four years, requiring a minimum of 180 credits. Your learning journey will involve core requirements in new media futures, writing for media professionals, and select intermediate and advanced courses in areas like media production and communication theories. You will engage with practical projects, potentially including work on visual rhetoric and communication in cyberspace, culminating in a robust portfolio. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers as digital content creators, social media managers, UX/UI designers, or digital marketing strategists, equipped with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.