Bachelor of Arts

Digital Technology and Culture

What will you create with a digital technology and culture degree?

In the digital technology and culture program, you’ll harness technology to make something meaningful. You’ll build skills, such as design thinking and critical analysis, while delving into how digital media shapes culture and communication.

Coursework spans creative and technical areas such as UX/UI design, web and app development, animation, video production, data visualization, virtual and augmented reality, and artificial intelligence.

The DTC program not only taught me about current industry technologies and standards that prepared me for the workforce but also gave me the tools I need to be a forever-learner and stay competitive as I grow in my field. Whenever I need to learn more about a digital media subject, I know I can always come to the DTC community for support!

Kylie S., BA Digital Technology and Culture, Class of ’24

Life as a digital technology and culture student at WSU Vancouver

The digital technology and culture experience goes beyond your coursework. You might find yourself at a Geek Movie Night with classmates, picking up new skills at a hands-on Tech 101 workshop, or networking with industry professionals during guest speaker events and career panels.

With field trips to local tech meetups and opportunities to collaborate on creative projects, you’ll be part of a community that’s just as active and inspiring outside the classroom as it is inside.

Learn by doing with industry-standard tools

Work in a high-tech multimedia classroom equipped with professional technology such as Adobe Creative Suite, Unity, Unreal Engine, and VR technology to bring your ideas to life.

Be part of a creative research community

Join projects like the Electronic Literature Lab, where students help preserve and create digital art, games, and media using both modern and vintage technologies.

Find your creative community

Connect with fellow creators and industry professionals through field trips, guest speakers, and career panels featuring alumni working in the field. Join collaborative spaces like CMDC Studios, where students and grads work side by side to develop games, share ideas, and build something meaningful together.

Your career path with a digital technology and culture degree

Digital technology and culture graduates leave with a versatile skill set and a portfolio to prove it. Whether you’re designing interfaces, producing media, or developing interactive experiences, you’ll be prepared for a range of careers where you can flex your creativity and your technical expertise.

Graduates of the program have gone on to roles in:

• Web and app design and development
• UX/UI and interactive design
• Digital marketing and social media strategy
• Multimedia production and video storytelling
• Game design and development
• Content strategy and digital communications

Many alumni have been hired by companies such as Amazon, Google, Intel, Autodesk, and other creative agencies across the region.