Media Arts and Technology Certificate
In our 18-credit (six-course) certificate in media arts and technology, you, as a working professional, will stay current in the fast-paced, evolving field in which media, design and technology intersect.
The certificate affords you opportunities to explore and research careers in media, design and production, and technology. The curriculum allows you to build a focused program of study, concentrating in creative & strategic media or interactive design.
The creative and strategic media program focuses on effective multimedia storytelling and visual communication approaches utilized in journalism, public relations, advertising, publishing and digital media production.
The interactive design program focuses on designing interactive media products (e.g., websites, apps, augmented reality, immersive media experiences), user experience (UX) design and research, usability and technology.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Explore career opportunities where you will be able to build a meaningful career, make an impact working alongside your neighbors, embrace our mission to improve the lives of others- to create a future everyone can share in. We are looking for problem-solvers who always think bigger- and whose ingenuity is driven by passion, compassion and empathy.
Duquesne University offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support overall well-being including: health, wellness, work-life balance, and planning for a successful career and future.
- Generous time off
- Maternity/Parental Leave
- Retirement Planning
- Choices for comprehensive medical insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
GPA at 3.5 or higher
GPA for prerequisite courses of 3.5 or higher
GRE at 308 or higher. GRE scores must be from last 5 years.
The University requires the following minimum scores* for general admission consideration:
TOEFL (iBT) 80
IELTS 6.5**
Duolingo English Test 105
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
28782 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD
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