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Why this degree option?K-State Polytechnic o�ers a variety of advantages, including:

• Ability to communicate e�ectively to an audience using photography, video, sound, hypertext and social media.

• Develop expertise needed in video, audio, photography, animation and computer graphics using a combination of both artistic and technical skills.

• Learn through a state-of-art studio-centric blend of courses in graphic design, web design, programming, motion design, video production and animation.

• Capstone project involving developing websites, branding solutions and other multimedia assets for local businesses.

CareersCareer options for digital media graduates include, but are not limited to:• Animator• Art Director• Creative Director• Digital Illustrator • Graphic Designer • UX Designer• Video Producer/Director• Web Designer

AccreditationWe take our reputation seriously. Accreditation validates the quality of an institution as a whole, o�ering evaluated measurements of everything from academic o�erings, governance, administration, mission, �nances and resources. Kansas State University has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1916. k-state.edu/assessment/accreditation

TransfersAt K-State Polytechnic, you can transfer up to 60 qualifying credit hours to help you get your next degree. If you’ve already earned an associate degree from one of our partner institutions, you may be eligible to apply previously earned credits when enrolling in a related bachelor’s degree option. We work with students every day to make the most of transfer credits within K-State Polytechnic programs to help make earning that next degree more achievable. Your hard work matters. We want to help you make the most of it.

Bachelor of Science120 credit hours required

Required coursework

Core courses:CMST 103 Computing Principles 3CMST 135 Web Fundamentals 3CMST 180 Introduction to Database Systems 3CMST 183 Computer Systems Studio I 1CMST 185 Computer Systems Studio II 1CMST 247 Programming I 3CMST 250 Hardware & Network Fundamentals 3CMST 252 Systems & Software Fundamentals 3CMST 283 Computer Systems Studio III 1CMST 315 Introduction to System Administration 3CMST 332 Web Development Project 3CMST 333 Computer Systems Portfolio Defense 0CMST 335 Programming II 3CMST 483 Emerging Technologies Studio* 3-6DIGME 137 Fundamentals of Visual Literacy 3DIGME 366 Visual Communication Studio* 3-6DIGME 386 Digital Media Production Studio* 3-6DIGME 456 Digital Media Senior Capstone Project* 3-6 Total 57

Other courses may be substituted if approved by the BETB-DM program coordinator.

*Students may substitute up to 12 credits of studio with appropriate courses as approved by the BETB-DM program coordinator.

Math:Choose 9 credit hours from the following courses.MATH 100 College Algebra 3MATH 150 Plane Trigonometry 3MATH 205 General Calculus & Linear Algebra 3MATH 220 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 4STAT 325 Introduction to Statistics 3

Additional requirements:COMM 106 Public Speaking I 3DIGME 256 Digital Literacy 3DIGME 376 Digital Rhetoric 3DIGME 406 Social Media 3ECON 110 Principles of Macroeconomics 3EDCEP 111 University Experience 1ENGL 100 Expository Writing I 3ENGL 200 Expository Writing II 3ENGL 302 Technical Writing 3MANGT 366 Information Technology for Business 3MKTG 400 Introduction to Marketing 3PHILO 105 Introduction to Critical Thinking 3PHILO 390 Business Ethics 3PYSCH 110 General Psychology 3 Total 40

Electives: Communication Elective** 3 Humanities/Social Science/Business Elective** 3 Science Elective** 4 Science Elective** 4 Total 14

**Marked electives to be chosen in consultation with advisor as appropriate to project topic.

About this degree optionThe digital media technology degree option provides students a fusion of technology and art, blending courses in graphic design, web design, programming, photography, motion graphics, video production and animation to prepare students for in-demand careers in creative �elds. Create digital solutions for modern communication with this hybrid degree of design and computer programming.

INNOVATIVE LEARNING:Learning by doing, throughhands-on projects, lab timeand in-the-field training.

REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE:Exploring innovations in your fieldthrough research, practicum andinternship opportunities.

INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS:Building relationships withindustry members and gaininginsight into your future career.

STUDENT-FOCUSED:Faculty are focused on yourpersonalized experience,working alongside you in thelab and classroom.

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Why this degree option?K-State Polytechnic o�ers a variety of advantages, including:

• Ability to communicate e�ectively to an audience using photography, video, sound, hypertext and social media.

• Develop expertise needed in video, audio, photography, animation and computer graphics using a combination of both artistic and technical skills.

• Learn through a state-of-art studio-centric blend of courses in graphic design, web design, programming, motion design, video production and animation.

• Capstone project involving developing websites, branding solutions and other multimedia assets for local businesses.

CareersCareer options for digital media graduates include, but are not limited to:• Animator• Art Director• Creative Director• Digital Illustrator • Graphic Designer • UX Designer• Video Producer/Director• Web Designer

AccreditationWe take our reputation seriously. Accreditation validates the quality of an institution as a whole, o�ering evaluated measurements of everything from academic o�erings, governance, administration, mission, �nances and resources. Kansas State University has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1916. k-state.edu/assessment/accreditation

TransfersAt K-State Polytechnic, you can transfer up to 60 qualifying credit hours to help you get your next degree. If you’ve already earned an associate degree from one of our partner institutions, you may be eligible to apply previously earned credits when enrolling in a related bachelor’s degree option. We work with students every day to make the most of transfer credits within K-State Polytechnic programs to help make earning that next degree more achievable. Your hard work matters. We want to help you make the most of it.

Bachelor of Science120 credit hours required

Required coursework

Core courses:CMST 103 Computing Principles 3CMST 135 Web Fundamentals 3CMST 180 Introduction to Database Systems 3CMST 183 Computer Systems Studio I 1CMST 185 Computer Systems Studio II 1CMST 247 Programming I 3CMST 250 Hardware & Network Fundamentals 3CMST 252 Systems & Software Fundamentals 3CMST 283 Computer Systems Studio III 1CMST 315 Introduction to System Administration 3CMST 332 Web Development Project 3CMST 333 Computer Systems Portfolio Defense 0CMST 335 Programming II 3CMST 483 Emerging Technologies Studio* 3-6DIGME 137 Fundamentals of Visual Literacy 3DIGME 366 Visual Communication Studio* 3-6DIGME 386 Digital Media Production Studio* 3-6DIGME 456 Digital Media Senior Capstone Project* 3-6 Total 57

Other courses may be substituted if approved by the BETB-DM program coordinator.

*Students may substitute up to 12 credits of studio with appropriate courses as approved by the BETB-DM program coordinator.

Math:Choose 9 credit hours from the following courses.MATH 100 College Algebra 3MATH 150 Plane Trigonometry 3MATH 205 General Calculus & Linear Algebra 3MATH 220 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I 4STAT 325 Introduction to Statistics 3

Additional requirements:COMM 106 Public Speaking I 3DIGME 256 Digital Literacy 3DIGME 376 Digital Rhetoric 3DIGME 406 Social Media 3ECON 110 Principles of Macroeconomics 3EDCEP 111 University Experience 1ENGL 100 Expository Writing I 3ENGL 200 Expository Writing II 3ENGL 302 Technical Writing 3MANGT 366 Information Technology for Business 3MKTG 400 Introduction to Marketing 3PHILO 105 Introduction to Critical Thinking 3PHILO 390 Business Ethics 3PYSCH 110 General Psychology 3 Total 40

Electives: Communication Elective** 3 Humanities/Social Science/Business Elective** 3 Science Elective** 4 Science Elective** 4 Total 14

**Marked electives to be chosen in consultation with advisor as appropriate to project topic.

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