New Media University of Lethbridge

Overview

The New Media programme at University of Lethbridge offers graduate students a comprehensive platform to explore innovative digital art and design through a blend of theoretical and practical scholarship. This master level course is designed to foster high levels of interaction between students and a faculty of practicing artists, designers, and scholars. By integrating studio practice with interdisciplinary research, the curriculum prepares individuals to contribute significantly to the vibrant cultural landscape of the region.

Why New Media at University of Lethbridge?

Choosing this programme means joining a smaller, focused community with access to first-rate digital facilities within the Centre for the Arts. The institution provides an exceptional environment for collaboration across the Faculty of Fine Arts, including interactions with Art, Music, and Drama. Students benefit from a liberal arts focus that encourages exploration into the Humanities, Sciences, and Social Sciences, supported by national-calibre performance arts communities.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 5221 per semester
• National fee: CAD 2024 per semester

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Information Literacy for the Fine Arts
• Graduate Studio
• New Media Theory and History
• Design for Digital Media
• Interactive Media, Web, and Video games
• 3D Art and Animation
• New Media Theory and Culture

Careers with New Media

Graduates are prepared for professional roles within the creative industries, leveraging their expertise in digital media production and theoretical analysis. The programme supports career paths in design for digital media, interactive web development, and video game design. Students also find opportunities in 3D art and animation, as well as roles within cultural organisations and academic research environments focused on new media culture.