Courses

The Interactive Media major consists of 12 courses, distributed as follows. Students are required to take four foundation courses, a minimum of six elective courses, a Capstone Seminar, and a Capstone Project.

Requirements Course Details
4 courses IM-UH 1010 Introduction to Interactive Media; IM-UH 1011 Communications Lab; IM-UH 1012 Communication and Technology; IM-UH 1013 Understanding Interactive Media — Critical Questions and Theories
6 electives

At least one from each of the following three clusters:

Physical Computing — human-centric design patterns expressed through electronics and physical interaction design.
Computational Media — logic and creative expression through programming and screen-based interaction design.
Media and Design Thinking — emphasizes critical communication skills through a combination of theoretical discourse, mixed media, multimedia, and problem-based learning.

Complete enough IM elective courses to reach the minimum of 48 credits required for the major. At least two of the major electives must also be identified in the IM 2000-Level Category, and at least one of the electives must also be identified in the IM 3000-Level Category.

2 Capstone IM-UH 4000 Capstone Seminar and IM-UH 4001 Capstone Project

Sample Course Schedule

The following is an example of a typical course schedule for Interactive Media majors during four years of study.

Interactive Media (PDF)

Course List