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FILM / TV PROGRAMS
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Art Institute of Dallas
Region: DFW area
Two North Park East
8080 Park Lane, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75231
214-692-8080
800-275-4243
aidadm@aii.edu
www.artinstitutes.edu/dallas
Degree(s) Offered: BFA in Digital Media Production; AAS in Video Production
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
The Video Production program is a competency-based program emphasizing
the production process from inception through completion, and preparing
graduates for job entry within the fields of audio and video. The Digital
Media Production degree program provides students the opportunity to build
their creative potential as they gain familiarity with editing and compositing
equipment, as well as content manipulation. Youll learn to utilize
3-D and Flash animation software and build technical abilities in authoring,
video compression and media delivery.
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Austin College - Communication Arts Department
Region: North Central
900 N. Grand Ave
Sherman, TX 75090
903-813-2000
www.austincollege.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Communication Arts (Media Studies)
Program Length: 4 years
The media studies emphasis of the Department of Communication Arts includes
study of media theory, criticism, and practice. Traditional media (print,
radio, television) and new media (Internet, web) are included in primary
course work. The emphasis also offers production facilities, such as a
working television studio, editing system, and multimedia authoring station
for digital video and CD-ROM creation.
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Austin Community College - Radio-Television-Film Department
Region: Austin Area
11928 Stonehollow Dr.
Northridge Campus #4253
Austin, TX 78758
512-223-4222
www.austincc.edu/rtf
Degree(s) Offered: AA in Radio-Television-Film
Program Length: 2 years
The Associate of Arts degree provides students with the first two years
of college RadioTelevisionFilm education.
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Baylor University - Communication Studies Department
Region: North Central
Castellaw Communication Building
One Bear Place #97356
Waco, TX 76798
254-710-1621
www.baylor.edu/comm_studies
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Telecommunication; MA in Communications Studies
(Production)
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
The telecommunication major is designed to prepare students for a variety
of careers in television, radio, cable, film, digital media and allied
fields. Several courses are designed for non-majors who desire an understanding
of the role of the broadcast and film media in American society. In cooperation
with the Hankamer School of Business, the division offers a combined business-broadcast
major.
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Collin County Community College District - Applied Graphic Design
Technology, Fine Arts Division
Region: DFW Area
2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, TX 75074
972-881-5107
972-881-5561
tottinger@ccccd.edu
www.ccccd.edu/cs/areasofstudy/finearts/finearts.html
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Digital Video
Program Length: 40 - 66 coursework hours
The Digital Video emphasis focuses on developing concept, design, and
production skills necessary for creating digital video content. Students
learn how to create concept storyboards, work with video cameras and lighting,
and edit video with current software tools. The Web Design emphasis develops
both traditional and cutting-edge skills. Students in this program learn
techniques in concept development, graphic design, web graphics preparation,
HTML/JavaScript and web animation. The emphasis in this program is on
developing professional graphic design as well as vital technical skills.
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Del Mar College - Division of Arts & Science, Communications
Department
Region: Coast
101 Baldwin Boulevard
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
361-698-1200
800-652-3357
maipper@delmar.edu
www.delmar.edu/comm/index.html
Degree(s) Offered: AA in TV and Radio; AA in Digital Media
Program Length: 2 years
Classes include Speaking for TV and Radio and Writing for Radio, Television
and Film. This is a two year program.
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El Paso Community College - Media Production Department
Region: El Paso area
PO Box 20500
El Paso, TX 79998
915-831-2580
alm@epcc.edu
www.epcc.edu
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Media Production Technology
Program Length: 2 Years
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Lamar University - College of Fine Arts & Communication
Region: Coast
Dept. of Communication
PO Box 10050
Beaumont, TX 77710
409-880-8153
commdept@hal.lamar.edu
http://dept.lamar.edu/cofac/communication/film.htm
Degree(s) Offered: BS in Communication (Film Studies)
Program Length: 4 years
Students in the film studies program move from introductory courses in
film and audio production to courses in advanced film and video production
techniques, advanced audio recording, scriptwriting, and digital film
and video editing. Majors in the program select 18 hours from film studies
courses in addition to fulfilling the department's 30 hour core curriculum.
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North Lake College - Visual & Performing Arts Department,
Division of Video Technology
Region: DFW Area
5001 North MacArthur Boulevard
Irving, TX 75038
972-273-3000
www.northlakecollege.edu
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Video Technology; Animation and Special Effects
Certificate
Program Length: 2 years
Successful participants in the Video Technology program graduate with
an Associate in Applied Sciences Degree. They gain knowledge and experience
in television production, engineering, post-production, digital imaging,
lighting, digital audio, and a host of other industry specific areas.
The two-year program is designed for persons interested in entering the
video production or television broadcast arena. Students participate in
studio and remote productions, in individual and group productions, in
classroom and on-the-job training.
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Our Lady of the Lake University - College of Arts & Science,
Communication Arts
Region: San Antonio Area
411 SW 24th Street
San Antonio, TX 78207
210-434-6711 x2240
hallj@lake.ollusa.edu
www.ollusa.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Communication Arts (Cinema Studies & TV
Broadcasting)
Program Length: 4 years
The Communication Arts Program at Our Lady of the Lake University offers
four areas of concentration: television broadcasting, film studies, journalism,
and public relations, with a dual-language (Spanish-English) option in
television broadcasting.
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Sam Houston State University - Department of Mass Communication
Region: South East
123 Dan Rather Communications Building
Box 2207
Huntsville, TX 77341
masscommunication@shsu.edu
www.shsu.edu/~com_www
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Mass Communication (Broadcast Production, Media
Sales and Management)
Program Length: 4 years
The broadcast programs in the Department of Mass Communication provide
a broad-based background in the skills necessary for today's media marketplace
plus a broader theoretical background needed to advance in the professions.
The department has an active internship program and also provides opportunities
for on-campus, hands-on experience. Department offerings include Broadcast
Journalism, Print Journalism and Public Relation emphases.
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San Antonio College - Professional and Technical Education Division,
Radio-Television-Film Department
Region: San Antonio Area
1300 San Pedro Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78212
210-733-2793
knored@accd.edu
www.accd.edu/sac/rtf/index3.html
Degree(s) Offered: AAA, AAS in Radio-TV-Film
Program Length: 2 years
The Radio, Television and Film Program at San Antonio College offers students
a fun and engaging way to learn basic skills and principles every media
professional needs. Whether your interest is in television broadcasting
as an announcer or a technician, or you are interested in becoming an
audio production technician in radio, television or film - or if you dream
of becoming a technical or creative person on a film or video production
crew, the RTVF Department at SAC can help.
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South Plains College - Department of Communication
Region: South Plains
1401 College Avenue
Levelland, TX 79336
806-894-9611
www.southplainscollege.edu/communications
Degree(s) Offered: AA in Telecommunication (Radio-TV-Film)
Program Length: 2 years
Prepares students for transfer to a university for completion of a baccalaureate
degree in telecommunications (radio/television/film studies). Students
in this area receive hands-on training in the W.D. "Dub" Rogers
Television Studio, using the latest video equipment and techniques related
to television production. The curriculum will meet all requirements for
the Associate of Arts degree.
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Southern Methodist University - School of the Arts, Division
of Cinema-Television
Region: DFW Area
Meadows School of the Arts
Southern Methodist University
PO Box 750356
Dallas, TX 75275
214-768-2129
cinema-tv@smu.edu
www.smu.edu/meadows/cinematv/
Degree(s) Offered: BA, MA in Cinema-TV; MFA in TV-Radio
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
The Division of Cinema-Television combines technical instruction and creative
practice - all within the broader context of the intellectual, aesthetic,
and social functions of TV and film. Students take basic courses in audio
and video production, 16mm film production, screenwriting, editing, lighting,
and other technical skills which lead to more focused classes in those
areas. At the same time, a series of courses in film/television history,
theory and aesthetics provide an intellectual foundation that enhances
creative work and contributes to a liberal arts education.
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Southwestern Adventist University - Department of Communication
Region: DFW Area
100 W. Hillcrest
Keene, TX 76059
817-645-3921
http://communication.swau.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA, BS in Radio-TV-Film
Program Length: 4 years
There is great demand both in the United States and around the world for
men and women skilled in creating and managing the elements of communication.
It is the aim of this department to strengthen students' personal, public,
and professional communication skills.
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Stephen F. Austin State University - Department of Communication
Region: North East
Nacogdoches, TX 75962
936-468-4001
rramsey@sfasu.edu
www.sfasu.edu/aas/comm/radio_tv.html
Degree(s) Offered: BA, BS in Radio-TV
Program Length: 4 years
These courses are designed to prepare the student for a professional career
in the broadcasting industry. Courses provide a balance between creative
work and theory. For students demonstrating exceptional talent, opportunities
are available for independent creative work.
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Stephen F. Austin State University - School of Art
Region: North East
Nacogdoches, TX 75962
936-468-4376
warscott@sfasu.edu
www.art.sfasu.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA, BFA in Art (Cinematography)
Program Length: 4 years
Cinematography is a course of study that leads to a professional career
in film. Cinematography covers the areas of pre-production, production,
and post-production. Cinematography covers all aspects of film/video production,
including feature films, documentaries, commercials, industrial and art
films.
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Texas A&M University - Department of Communication
Region: East Central
4234 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843
979-845-5500
http://comm.tamu.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA, BS Telecommunications Media Studies
Program Length: 4 years
The program in Telecommunication Media Studies offers courses to help
students understand the social, historical and conceptual impact of public
communication based in electronic and digital communication systems. It
offers an undergraduate education for careers in the fields of information
and telecommunication.
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Texas A&M University Corpus Christi - Department of Communication
and Theatre
Region: Coast
6300 Ocean Drive
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
361-825-2316
donald.luna@tamucc.edu
www.tamucc.edu/~aandh/commweb
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Communication (Media Studies)
Program Length: 4 years
The Media Studies emphasis offers historical and critical study of a variety
of media contexts, such a film, video, television, and print, as well
as opportunities to acquire basic writing and production skills.
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Texas A&M University-Commerce - Department of Mass Media,
Communication, & Theatre
Region: North East
PO Box 3011
Commerce, TX 75429
903-886-5346
patricia_johnson@tamu-commerce.edu
www.tamu-commerce.edu/mmct
Degree(s) Offered: BA, BS in Radio-TV
Program Length: 4 years
The radio-television program prepares students for employment in production
and management at broadcast stations, networks, cable-TV companies, independent
production houses, school media centers, and corporate or industrial television
operations.
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Texas Christian University - College of Communication, Radio-Television-Film
Department
Region: DFW Area
TCU Box 298030
Fort Worth, TX 76129
817-257-7630
rtvf@tcu.edu
www.rtvf.tcu.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Radio-TV-Film
Program Length: 4 years
The Department of Radio-TV-Film encourages students to see the media industries
from multiple perspectives, and prepares students for many different careers
and for graduate education. After a set of "core" courses, students
are required to take a mix of courses from three major areas: analysis/history,
production, and industry studies. Radio-TV-Film students will graduate
with a working knowledge of media history and of the media's changing
socio-cultural role, as well as an appreciation of the complexity and
creativity of producing films and radio and television programming. They
will also have fundamental skills in written and oral communication and
have a plan of action regarding the careers they wish to pursue.
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Texas Tech University - College of Mass Communication
Region: South Plains
PO Box 43082
Lubbock, TX 79409
806-742-3385
www.depts.ttu.edu/masscom
Degree(s) Offered: BA, MA in Electronic Media & Communications
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
Designed to prepare students for survival in the new converged media environment,
the Electronic Media and Communication (EM&C) program blends professional
courses in broadcasting, digital production, and writing into a broad
liberal arts education.
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University of Houston - College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences,
School of Communication
Region: Houston area
101 Communications Building
Houston, TX 77204
713-743-2873
loliver@uh.edu
www.class.uh.edu/comm
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Communication-Media Production
Program Length: 4 years
Students will acquire the ability to create communications using audio,
video, motion picture, photography and computer graphics techniques. An
appreciation and ethical concern for the professional values and effects
on an audience of utilizing such techniques will accompany both practical
and theoretical instruction. This concentration provides the preparation
for internships and entry-level positions available in a wide variety
of careers that require media production knowledge and skills, and the
foundation for advancement in those fields.
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University of North Texas - College of Arts and Science, Department
of Radio-Television-Film
Region: North Central
P.O. Box 310589
Denton, TX 76203
940-565-2537
nagy@unt.edu
www.rtvf.unt.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA, MA, MS, MFA in Radio-TV-Film
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
Undergraduate degree program encompasses both creative skills-based training
along with theoretical knowledge covering history, criticism, management,
economics and policy, all built upon a strong liberal arts foundation.
This educational experience prepares students for many different career
opportunities in and around the electronic media and film industries,
as well as preparation for advanced study.
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University of Texas at Arlington - College of Liberal Arts, Department
of Art & Art History
Region: DFW Area
502 South Cooper St.
Arlington, TX 76019
817-272-2891
art@uta.edu
www.uta.edu/art/art.swf
Degree(s) Offered: BFA in Studio Art (Film/Video)
Program Length: 4 years
Being in an Art Department, the Film/ Video area is in a unique position
to offer a fine art , narrative, animation or commercial approach to best
suit the student. Students enter hands-on production classes as early
as possible (freshman year), and progress through three (intro, intermediate,
and advanced) classes on their way to individual projects. Narrative screenwriting
emphasizes the understanding of character development and conflict in
writing for film and video. The program integrates with the film and video
production classes to prepare students to produce and direct their own
screenplays.
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University of Texas at Austin - College of Communication, Department
of Radio-Television-Film
Region: Austin Area
CMA 6.118
Austin, TX 78712
512-471-4202
blmohan@mail.UTexas.edu
http://rtf.utexas.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BA, MFA in Radio-TV-Film; MFA in Screenwriting
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
The undergraduate program is one of the most dynamic and highly regarded
media programs in the country, and we take great pride in the impressive
work done by our current students and alumni. In addition to production-oriented
work, students study a broad range of media issues, including critical
and cultural studies, communication technology and policy analysis, international
communication, gender and sexuality issues, ethnic and minority studies,
and more. This combination of production, screenwriting and media studies
is one of the strengths of the Department and is a unique characteristic
of the undergraduate program. Students graduate with a solid education
in skills and theory, technical and historical knowledge, and creative
and critical abilities.
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University of Texas-Pan American - College of Arts & Humanities,
Department of Communication
Region: Valley
1201 West University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78541
956-381-3583
www.panam.edu/dept/comm
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Communication (TV/Film Track)
Program Length: 4 years
The UTPA Theatre-Television-Film area features four undergraduate program
tracks. Students may pursue their undergraduate degrees under one of the
four tracks offered. These tracks consist of the television film track,
the performance track, the design track, and the teaching track. Each
track features special courses and requirements pursuant to their appropriate
goals.
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COMPUTER & VIDEO
GAME PROGRAMS
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Austin Community College - High Technology Institute, Video Game
Development
Region: Austin Area
5930 Middle Fiskville Rd.
Austin, TX 78752
512-223-7662
rmcgoldr@austincc.edu
www.austincc.edu/techcert/Video_Games.html
Degree(s) Offered: Video Game Development Certificate
Program Length: 12 courses and a Capstone project
Austin Community College certifies students in Video Game Development
with a specialization in Programming, Art, Design, or Production. At the
end of their course training, they work in teams to create an actual video
game. The program is designed and developed by leaders in the Austin video
game development industry.
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Baylor University - Department of Computer Science
Region: North Central
One Bear Place #97368
Waco, TX 76798
gaming@cs.baylor.edu
http://csgaming.baylor.edu
Degree(s) Offered: BS in Computer Science (Game Development)
Program Length: 4 years
Baylor University offers a game development specialization within the
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree program. This specialization
is designed to provide an understanding of the core principles of production
and development of video games. Graduates of the program are awarded a
fully-accredited Computer Science degree, allowing them to pursue career
and educational opportunities in gaming or any other area of computing.
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Houston Community College - Digital Gaming and Simulation Department
Region: Houston Area
Houston Community College Southwest
5601 West Loop South
Houston, TX 77081
713-718-5728
reni.abraham@hccs.edu
http://swc2.hccs.edu/digiGAME/index.php
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Programming or Art
Program Length: 2 years
The Digital Gaming and Simulation Department offers career training that
leads to employment in the game industry as either a game artist or a
game programmer and uses state-of-the-art technologies to help students
reach their personal and professional goals.
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Kingwood College - Technology Department, Game Design and Simulation
Region: Houston area
20000 Kingwood Dr.
ADM 205
Kingwood, TX 77346
281-312-1603
margaretha.l.johnson@nhmccd.edu
www.kwctechnology.com
Degree(s) Offered: AAS, Certificate in Game Design and Simulation
Program Length: 2 years
The Game Design and Simulation Program at Kingwood College is designed
to prepare students to launch a successful career in video game design,
visual effects for film & television, game programming, and any of
the new and emerging applications for 3D utilizations.
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Southern Methodist University - The Guildhall
Region: DFW Area
c/o Hart eCenter at SMU
5232 Tennyson Parkway
Plano, TX 75024
214-768-9950
guildhall@smu.edu
http://guildhall.smu.edu
Degree(s) Offered: MIT in Digital Game Development
Program Length: 21 months
The Guildhall at SMU offers a Master of Interactive Technology degree
and a professional certificate with specializations in art creation, level
design, and software development. With a curriculum designed by experts
in academia and leaders in the digital games industry, The Guildhall provides
students with a solid foundation in game development and the experience
of working in cross-disciplinary teams on several projects of increasing
complexity and team size.
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St. Edward's University - School of Management and Business
Region: Austin area
3001 South Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78704
512-448-8400
donnasg@admin.stedwards.edu
www.stedwards.edu/business/graduate/mbad/index.htm
Degree(s) Offered: BBA, MBA in Digital Media Management
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
Bachelors and Masters programs aimed at preparing students for the creative
or business management side of film, music, online, television or interactive
media.
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Texas State Technical College Harlingen - Computer Science and
Software Development, Game and Simulation Programming
Region: Valley
1902 North Loop 499
Building G
Harlingen, TX 78550
956-364-4762
www.harlingen.tstc.edu/cssd/index.aspx
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Gaming Simulation and Programming
Program Length: 6 semesters
Graduates from this program will have a strong background in systems analysis
and design, software development tools and techniques, and data management.
Students will also be experienced in customer service relations, effective
oral and written communication skills, effective teamwork experience,
and proper record-keeping techniques.
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Texas State Technical College Waco - Computer Science Technology
- Graphics, Gaming & Simulation Specialization
Region: North Central
3801 Campus Dr.
Waco, TX 76705
254-867-4862
www.waco.tstc.edu/cst/cst_aas_gaming/index.php
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Graphics, Gaming & Simulation
Program Length: 72 hours of coursework
The Graphics, Gaming & Simulation specialization of Computer Science
Technology is designed to prepare students for entry into the world of
graphics programming. Graphics and simulation are used in several segments
of Information Technology, including Education and Training, Aerospace
and Defense, and Gaming.
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ANIMATION PROGRAMS
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Art Institute of Dallas
Region: DFW Area
Two North Park East
8080 Park Lane, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75231
214-692-8080
800-275-4243
aidadm@aii.edu
www.artinstitutes.edu/dallas/index.asp
Degree(s) Offered: BFA in Media Arts & Animation
Program Length: 3 - 4 years
The Art Institute's Arts & Animation program is designed to give graduates
a firm foundation in computer graphics while preparing them for entry-level
positions in the animation, media design and digital imaging fields.
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Art Institute of Houston
Region: Houston Area
1900 Yorktown
Houston, TX 77056
713-623-2040
800-275-4244
aihadm@aii.edu
www.artinstitutes.edu/houston
Degree(s) Offered: BFA in Media Arts & Animation
Program Length: 3 - 4 years
The Art Institute of Houston Media Arts & Animation program is designed
to give graduates a firm foundation in computer graphics while preparing
them for entry-level positions in the animation, media design and digital
imaging fields.
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Austin Community College - Visual Communication
Region: Austin area
South Austin Campus
1820 W Stassney Lane, Room 1213
Austin, TX 78745
512-223-9266
viscom@austincc.edu
www.austincc.edu/viscom
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in 2-D Animation, 3-D Animation; Certificate in
2-D Animation, 3-D Animation
Program Length: 2 years; 1 year
The 3-D Animation degree is a specialized course of study focusing on
3D visual art production for the Film, Broadcast, and Computer Game Development
industries. The 2-D Animation degree focuses on various areas of traditional
and computer animation offering students a comprehensive course of study
and practicum in the field of animation. The objective of these degrees
is to prepare students for qualification in producing completed animation
productions and preparing students for intermediate entry into the industry.
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Collin County Community College District - Applied Graphic Design
Technology, Fine Arts Division
Region: DFW Area
2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, TX 75074
972-881-5107
972-881-5561
tottinger@ccccd.edu
www.ccccd.edu/cs/areasofstudy/finearts/finearts.html
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in 3-D Entertainment Animation; Certificate of
Completion Gaming Graphics and Animation
Program Length: 40 - 66 coursework hours
The 3-D Entertainment Animation emphasis focuses on 3-D animation incorporating
high-end 3-D software. Students will develop skills in the concept and
execution of 3-D animation targeted towards the entertainment industry
as well as advertising and corporate communication. The Gaming Graphics
and Animation Certificate Program emphasizes the development of 2-D/3-D
graphic and animation skills for the computer gaming industry.
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Gemini School of Visual Arts & Communication
Region: Austin area
501 Prize Oaks Dr.
Cedar Park, TX 78613
512-249-1237
info@geminischool.com
www.geminischool.com
Degree(s) Offered: BA in Visual Arts & Communication (Computer Graphics
/ 3-D Illustration)
Program Length: 4 years
The Gemini School of Visual Arts and Communication provides an intense,
four year Diploma in Visual Arts & Communication program, geared specifically
for the student who wishes to become a professional artist. Our unique
blend of instruction includes classical painting and drawing techniques,
combined with the latest computer graphics technologies to prepare students
for success in the commercial art world.
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North Lake College - Visual & Performing Arts Department,
Computer Graphics
Region: DFW Area
5001 North MacArthur Boulevard
Irving, TX 75038
972-273-3563
bblack@dcccd.edu
www.northlakecollege.edu
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Computer Graphics
Program Length: 2 years
This degree is designed to develop the hands-on skills and conceptual
art knowledge necessary for a graduate to advance in career paths appropriate
to their own interests and abilities. The program will allow students
to gain skills with industry standard equipment and software and will
stress the role of motion graphics in designing and producing professional
graphics for the web, animation, and video games.
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Texas A&M University - College of Architecture, Visualization
Sciences Program
Region: East Central
3137 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843
979-845-1144
www-viz.tamu.edu
Degree(s) Offered: MS in Visualization Sciences; PhD with Visualization
Specialty
Program Length: 48 hours of coursework
The Masters of Science in Visualization Sciences is designed to prepare
students for a range of long-term careers in visualization. The program's
core curriculum is designed to give all students a basic grasp of the
artistic, scientific, cognitive, and technical foundations of the discipline.
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Texas A&M University-Commerce, Department of Art
Region: North East
PO Box 3011
Commerce, TX 75429
903-886-5208
art@tamu-commerce.edu
www.tamu-commerce.edu/art
Degree(s) Offered: BFA in New Media
Program Length: 4 years
The BFA in New Media provides a full baccalaureate education. Required
general studies courses in mathematics, natural sciences, behavioral and
social sciences, humanities, and visual and performing arts ensure the
breadth of the student's education. A rigorous foundations program emphasizes
the student's conceptual and practical skills in art, while building his
or her knowledge of art history, criticism and theory. Advanced courses
in design and storyboarding complete the student's education and provide
specialized skills in animation, visualization, interactive and multimedia
design.
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Texas State Technical College Harlingen - Information Technology
& Telecommunication, Digital Imaging Technology
Region: Valley
1902 North Loop 4999
Engineering Technology Center
Harlingen, TX 78550
956-364-4723
800-852-8784
www.harlingen.tstc.edu/dit/index.aspx
Degree(s) Offered: AAS in Digital Imaging Technology
Program Length: 5 semesters
Students in this program will manipulate sound, still images, 3D images,
animations and digital video on computers. This program will provide training
in desktop publishing, painting, drawing, scanning, color correction,
solids modeling, animation, sound editing, non-linear video editing, and
web page creation.
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University of Texas at Dallas - Institute for Interactive Arts
and Engineering
Region: DFW Area
PO Box 830688
Richardson, TX 75083
972-883-4376
tara.riall@utdallas.edu
http://iiae.utdallas.edu/institute/index.html
Degree(s) Offered: BA, MA, MFA in Arts and Technology
Program Length: 4 years; 2 years
The interdisciplinary program, Art & Engineering, is devoted to studying
and fostering this interaction, with specific emphasis on the interplay
of visual art, music, and narrative with the new media that have emerged
from the convergence of computing and media technologies.
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University of the Incarnate Word - Computer Graphic Arts Department
Region: San Antonio Area
4301 Broadway CPO 389
San Antonio, TX 78209
www.cgauiw.com
Degree(s) Offered: BFA in Computer Graphic Arts (3-D Animation)
Program Length: 4 years
The Computer Graphic Art (CART) program prepares students to pursue careers
in the field of computer-generated imagery, including web design, multimedia
production, print design and publication, and 3-D animation. Graduates
find work as web designers, graphic designers, multimedia specialists,
3-D animators, and game creators. In addition to layout, illustration,
and cinematic skills, students learn professional production values and
practices.
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