New Media (Minor)
About
Interested in new/emerging media and technology? The New Media minor may be perfect for you. The New Media Program created the minor in new/emerging media for the consideration of all students at the University of Maine. Expertise in new and emerging media enhances any major. Expand your comprehension of contemporary communication practices-including digital, mobile, and social media-while learning some of the most effective ways to interact in this continuously evolving environment. Focus on both critical and creative tools across disciplines to build upon your specific goals and interests.
This minor in New Media is designed to prepare students to perform professionally, academically, and personally in a diverse new media environment. The minor provides a foundation upon which students build an understanding of New Media in relation to art, art history, communication, computer science, English, engineering, philosophy, psychology, music, and more.
Program Highlights
Requirements
Students graduating with a minor in a CLAS field must earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in the courses in the minor field that are credited toward completion of the minor. A minimum of 9 credit hours must be completed at the University of Maine.
Program Learning Outcomes
Careers
New Media graduates work in globally recognized organizations from Apple to Amazon, from Facebook to the BBC, from Wikipedia to The New York Times.
They’ve also started or joined start-ups and non-profits in graphic design, film, education, and healthcare. The 2018 median salary of a new media designer: $72,500 and a new media programmer: $84,300. New media jobs expected to grow 4% annually through 2028. And with consumer demand for video games, movies, special effects, social media, and 3-D animation growing steadily, jobs prospects are increasing.
At a Glance
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Maine College of Engineering & Computing
Computing & Information Sciences
Degree Level
Undergraduate Minor
Degree Earned
Minor in New Media
Mode of Study
In-Person
time to Complete Degree
18 credits
Featured Courses
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Research Learning Experience
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Next Steps
Contact
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