Specialization in Art, Aesthetics and Experimental Media – Bachelor of Arts in Media

Students on Summer 2018, Fall 2018, or Spring 2019 requirements MDAS01

Requirements

The specialization requires at least 9 credit hours, including the requirements listed below.

Media Theory. One (1) course:
- MSCH-D 413 Global Screen Cultures (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
- MSCH-F 326 Authorship in the Media (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
- MSCH-F 392 Media Genres (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
- MSCH-F 420 Topics in Media History (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
MSCH-D 413 Global Screen Cultures
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Covers electronic media\'s role in altering perceptions of time, space, locality, and identity. Explores changing economic, political, and cultural relations in the global media environment. Topics vary and may include global media events, trans-border information flows, cultural differences in media forms and practices.
Repeatability
May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
- Fall 2026CASE SHcourse
  
  Summer 2026CASE SHcourse
  
  Spring 2026CASE SHcourse
MSCH-F 326 Authorship in the Media
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Topic varies: in-depth analysis of directors, producers, or creative individuals in the media, viewed as 'authors.'
Repeatability
May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
- Fall 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Summer 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Spring 2026CASE AHcourse
MSCH-F 392 Media Genres
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Topic varies. Analysis of typical genres, such as westerns, situation comedies, documentaries, etc. Problems of generic description or definition: themes, conventions, iconography peculiar to given genres.
Repeatability
May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours in CMCL-C 392 and MSCH-F 392.
- Fall 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Summer 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Spring 2026CASE AHcourse
MSCH-F 420 Topics in Media History
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Media historiography, topics in national media history, national and international movements and trends. Topic varies.
Repeatability
May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours in CMCL-C 420 and MSCH-F 420.
- Fall 2026CASE SHcourse
  
  Summer 2026CASE SHcourse
  
  Spring 2026CASE SHcourse
Art, Aesthetics and Experimental Media Electives.
1. Media School Elective. One (1) course:
  - Additional course from the Media Theory list
  - MSCH-J 360 Journalism Topics (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
  - MSCH-P 436 Advanced Production Workshop (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
  - MSCH-P 335 Production as Criticism
  - MSCH-P 360 Motion Picture Production
  - MSCH-P 438 Experiments with the Film Camera
  - MSCH-P 460 Advanced Motion Picture Production
  MSCH-J 360 Journalism Topics
  
  Credits
  1–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Focuses on emerging trends in journalism. Topics vary.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 enrollments and 18 credit hours in JOUR-J 360 and MSCH-J 360.
  
  MSCH-P 436 Advanced Production Workshop
  
  Credits
  1–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  C- or higher in MSCH P-344 or MSCH-P 360 or MSCH-P 361; or consent of instructor
  Description
  A capstone course for the Film, Television, and Digital Production concentration focused on planning, directing, and producing programs or program segments that may air on WTIU, Indiana University\'s public television station.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated with different topics for up to nine credit hours.
  MSCH-P 335 Production as Criticism
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  A grade of C- or higher in MSCH-C 223 and MSCH-C 229; or consent of instructor
  Description
  By modeling the techniques of historically significant films, provides both conceptual and hands-on experience for researching, writing, and producing different genres of cinematic media. Emphasizes conceptual processes from script to the completed film.
  Fall 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Summer 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Spring 2026CASE AHcourse
  MSCH-P 360 Motion Picture Production
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  A grade of C- or higher in MSCH-C 229
  Description
  A hands-on introduction to the technical and aesthetic basics of making 16mm silent films, including the skills needed to design, direct, light, shoot, and edit this type of production
  
  MSCH-P 438 Experiments with the Film Camera
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  MSCH-P 360; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Explores techniques and concepts of experimental filmmaking, building on the foundation of other production classes. Activities employ skills in basic cinematography and visual storytelling, as well as in the fundamentals of digital editing.
  
  MSCH-P 460 Advanced Motion Picture Production
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  A grade of C- or higher in MSCH-P 361; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Covers advanced procedures, theories, and techniques for large-scale motion picture production. Main topics include cinematography, lighting, and cinematic digital video editing with a variety of single-cam and dual system recording techniques. Uses HD cameras and jam sync technology and highlights industry-level postproduction workflow.
2. Additional Elective. One (1) course:
  - Additional course from the Media School Elective list
  - Additional course from the Theory list
  - SOAD-S 310 Interactive Multimedia
  - SOAD-S 311 Video Art
  - SOAD-S 410 Advanced Multimedia
  - SOAD-S 411 Digital Video
  SOAD-S 310 Interactive Multimedia
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-A 101, SOAD-A 102, or SOAD-A 103; and SOAD-S 210; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Hands-on studio course exploring the intersection of art, technology, and human behavior by looking at the various bodies of knowledge that inform the interactive multimedia from storytelling, interaction design, installation, public intervention, and creative coding. This project-based course covers conceptually-oriented digital art practices spanning audio & video production, coding with HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, animation in Adobe After Effects, and physical computing with Arduino.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of SOAD-S 310 and FINA-D 310.
  SOAD-S 311 Video Art
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-A 101, SOAD-A 102, or SOAD-A 103; and SOAD-S 210; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Exploration of the medium of video as an aesthetic expression. Time and sound are elements incorporated into visual composition's traditional concerns. Emphasis on technical command of video camera and digital editing procedures in conjunction with development of a visual sensitivity. Readings and a research project are required.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of FINA-D 317 or SOAD-S 311.
  Fall 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Summer 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Spring 2026CASE AHcourse
  SOAD-S 410 Advanced Multimedia
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-S 310 or FINA-D 310; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Hands-on studio course exploring the intersection of art, technology, and human behavior by looking at the various bodies of knowledge that inform the interactive multimedia from storytelling, interaction design, installation, public intervention, and creative coding. Covers conceptually-oriented digital art practices spanning audio and video production, coding with HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, animation in Adobe After Effects, and physical computing with Arduino. Dialogue of timely issues through readings, screenings, websites, and gallery visits. Emphasis on a more self-guided conceptual practice.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of FINA-D 410 or SOAD-S 410.
  Fall 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Summer 2026CASE AHcourse
  
  Spring 2026CASE AHcourse
  SOAD-S 411 Digital Video
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-S 311 or FINA-D 317; or consent of instrutor
  Description
  Advanced study of video's potential in contemporary fine art practice. Students will create a new visual vocabulary using the latest technology including high-definition video systems and interactive DVD authoring. Covers special effects and animation programs that allow artists to further explore the aesthetics of time-based media.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of FINA-D 417 or SOAD-S 411.
Specialization GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
1. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the specialization.
2. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the specialization—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
3. Exceptions to specialization requirements may be made with the approval of the department's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.