Graduation Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Animation degree program refines and synthesizes students' competencies in the field of computer animation. Students will apply advanced techniques in drawing characterization; animation in both 2D and 3D computerized environments, and interactive technologies. Students will develop a senior project which represents a unique style and demonstrates conceptual abilities. This program will prepare graduates to seek entrylevel positions as 2D animators, 3D animators, special effects animators, broadcast graphic artists, or in other animation and art specialties.

Students' creativity and critical thinking will be nurtured within the General Education component of the program. By fostering intellectual and aesthetic growth, these courses will help students develop a perspective about the interaction of their own discipline with other forms of creativity.

Students must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours with 40 credit hours in general education courses with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Also, students must receive a passing grade or credit for all required course work, meet portfolio or other requirements, complete a 120hour internship or capstone project, and satisfy all financial obligations to The New England Institute of Art.