Where art meets technology
Computational Arts
Explore and create technology that drives the evolution of our interconnected world. Representing a broad range of interdisciplinary activity that intersects art and science, Computational Arts is the AMPD home for the joint Digital Media Program between Lassonde School of Engineering and AMPD. Computational artists use methods of computation and computational thinking as expressive tools for critical and artistic creation. Computational Arts fosters creativity and innovation by encouraging a hands-on framework of learning by inhabiting multidisciplinary research through collaborative team building, real-world problem solving, and experiential education opportunities.
Department Highlights
Ontario’s only degree program that integrates art, computer science, and engineering.
Access to cutting edge research labs and state of the art classroom facilities.
Collaborate with other creators, extend your experience and showcase your work at Maker Days and the annual Digital Media exhibition.
Gain creative skills for the future of work, including computational thinking, sensemaking, resilience, teamwork, and human-machine collaboration.
Explore creative expression through innovating technology.
Programs Offered
Digital Media
Available to these degrees: BA
Evaluation Process: Admission to Digital Media is based on academic achievement. A portfolio review is not required.
Degree Duration: 4 years
Entry Options: Fall, Winter or Summer
Integrative Arts
Available to these degrees: BFA
Evaluation Process: Admission to Integrative Arts is based on academic achievement. A portfolio review is not required.
Degree Duration: 4 years
Entry Options: Fall, Winter or Summer
Digital Media (MA) (MSc) (PhD)
The Graduate Program in Digital Media provides highly qualified students with the opportunity to do specialized hybrid research work in a program that uniquely combines computational science and artistic practices. Work in digital media focuses on a broad range of current and emerging forms of digitally supported media, with applications that range from computer games to interactive art.
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Incoming AMPD faculty member named 2024 Higher Education Video Game Alliance Fellow
Justice Fund announced gift to AMPD for Black, Indigenous students’ arts education
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