Laurea in Media Digitali

The Digital Media area offers state-of-the-art computer imaging, artistic exploration, communication through storytelling, and knowledge visualization, which are skills often sought by prospective employers. Students learn techniques for image quality, artistic development for concepts, 3D printing, animation, video production, digital illustration, scientific illustration, and technical illustration, along with storyboarding, storyline development, storytelling techniques, character development, visual music, and graphic arts. The program combines hands-on experience in integrating various computer-based technologies and exploring options to merge some traditional work. Students are exposed to various types and structures offered by technologies, after which they focus on areas of their choice, ranging from the graphical display, information visualization, and infographics to time-based media, web, and programming to video production. Students may explore connections between digital and traditional techniques for better communication and personal satisfaction.

Creative work is combined with practical and theoretical criticism as well as artistic and aesthetic issues, which enhances creative, cognitive, and abstract thinking. Students explore options in interdisciplinary learning and also focus on their areas of interest. Creativity and development of a personal state-of-the-art portfolio are emphasized. Teamwork, collaboration, and individual development are practiced for better job preparation.

Founded in 1889 and tucked between the Rocky Mountains and Colorado’s stunning high plains, UNC is a public doctoral research university committed to the success of its 13,000 students, with more than 100 undergraduate programs and 120 graduate programs. The university’s just-right size, expert faculty, and tradition of research and hands-on learning give students exceptional opportunities and personalized education.

The College of Performing and Visual Arts is devoted to preparing students for exciting careers in the arts. We pride ourselves in the distinctive educational experience we provide, with over 90 talented faculty and staff collaborating to offer individualized support for our diverse community of students. Our student population of over 1,200 students makes our College a vibrant place to learn and grow as an artist. With our busy roster of arts events open to the public each year, the College of Performing and Visual Arts is a cultural hub of northern Colorado where students and the wider community converge to create and enjoy high-quality arts programming.