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Our online Master of Science in Interactive Media and Communications merges creative, visual and critical thinking to mold expert digital storytellers and designers who are able to reach audiences on a variety of platforms.
Our online Master of Science in Interactive Media and Communications merges creative, visual and critical thinking to mold expert digital storytellers and designers who are able to reach audiences on a variety of platforms.
The MS in Interactive Media and Communications prepares you to design, produce and manage a range of content and to become a strong creative thinker and a leader in visual design and storytelling.
You’ll learn principles of human-centered design to better understand and connect with a wide range of audiences and apply design strategies to solve creative, technical and business-related challenges. Moreover, you’ll be able to craft highly effective and ethical cross-media communication strategies.
The program provides deep exploration into all aspects of media, including web design and production; social media analytics; digital audio, video and graphics; and UX and UI. A flexible elective structure allows you to customize your degree to coincide with your career goals.
Regardless of your specialty, the completion of a practice-based capstone will be central to your experience. This capstone is not a singular project, but a robust, web-based portfolio generated over time that will showcase accumulated work and the depth of your skill set.
Your evolving portfolio is influenced by every course and experience and something you'll be confident to show employers in a variety of fields from marketing, public relations and advertising to journalism, publishing, entertainment and health care.
Online learning with Quinnipiac University delivers the guided educational experience of a traditional, instructor-led environment coupled with the schedule flexibility needed for adult learners to succeed. Innovative teaching methods and asynchronous classes enable students to work at their own pace while enjoying peer interaction and a collaborative learning experience to maximize their learning outcomes.
The Department of Homeland Security has determined that this program meets the requirements for STEM designation.
STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) graduates are in high demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be over 1.12 million jobs in STEM occupations in the next 10 years. The Department of Defense also estimates that more than 80% of jobs will require STEM skills over the next decade.
In addition, STEM-designated programs allow certain international graduates to remain and work in the United States for an additional 24 months after graduation on top of the standard Optional Practical Training period (up to 12 months) in order to receive additional training through their work experience.
Our graduate admissions representatives are here to answer any questions you may have and help you navigate the application process.