Interactive Media (MFA) at University of Southern California

The MFA in Interactive Media is a three-year intensive programme preparing students for creative careers in interactive entertainment. It stresses creativity of expression, experimentation and excellence in execution, and encourages collaboration with students in other Cinematic Arts programs.

Faculty: School of Cinematic Arts  |  Department: Interactive Media Division  |  Duration: Three years, 50 units  |  Intake: Fall only; approximately 15 students admitted (no spring admission)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Of the 50 units, 26 are required and 24 are electives; core courses include CTIN 534L Experiments in Interactivity I, CTIN 541 Design for Interactive Media, CTIN 532L and CTIN 542 Interactive Design and Production, and a two-semester master's thesis advanced interactive project (CTIN 594a/b). Students are expected to complete an internship or professional work the summer after their second semester and a graduate practicum (CNTV 593).

Career pathways

Creative careers in the emerging field of interactive entertainment.

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