Design Your Digital Impact
Turn ideas into dynamic digital experiences that engage audiences across platforms.
Today’s media organizations produce content across multiple platforms. The Digital Media track introduces you to a variety of creative tools—from audio and video to graphic design—so you can craft and share compelling stories. By the end of the program, you will have honed practical production skills and gained a strong foundation in media fundamentals, including photography, film, and digital storytelling.
Degree Requirements
Students must earn a minimum of 120 credits for the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in media and professional communications. Of this total, the major consists of 36 credits:
- 12 credits of required core courses;
- 24 credits in the Digital Media track (including internship)
For additional degree requirements, see our General Education program page.
Program Notes
English composition (ENGCMP) courses and writing-intensive courses (officially designated as W courses in the catalog) that are taken for the Media and Professional Communications major must be passed with a grade of C or higher (grades of C- or lower are not acceptable).
Core Courses (12 Credits)
These courses provide a foundation in media systems, history, writing, and ethics.
Track Curriculum (24 Credits)
Students in the Digital Media track focus on creating, producing, and managing content across digital platforms. An internship is included to provide hands-on professional experience.
REQUIRED COURSES: (9 CREDITS)
Complete three courses from the list below:
Choose one of the following two:
INTERNSHIP: (3 CREDITS)
ELECTIVES: (12 CREDITS)
Select four courses from the list of approved electives.
➤ Communication (COMMRC)
➤ Computer Science (CS)
➤ English: Writing and Composition (ENGWRT and ENGCMP)
➤ Film and Media Studies (ENGFLM / FMST)
Critical Studies (ENGFLM):
Production and Practice (FMST):
➤ English: Literature and Culture (ENGLIT)
➤ Creative Arts and Media (HAA, SA, MUSIC, and THEA)
Art History and Visual Arts (HAA and SA):
Music and Sound (MUSIC):
Theater and Design (THEA):
➤ Society and Media (GSWS, PS, PSY, and SOC)
Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies (GSWS):
Political Science (PS):
Psychology (PSY):
Sociology (SOC):
Plan Your Path
Use these resources to understand your Digital Media track requirements, explore course options, and plan your path toward completing your degree.
Planning Resources
Use the Digital Media Track Checklist (PDF) to map out your required courses and monitor your progress toward degree completion.
Download Checklist (PDF) »Flexible Learning Options
Many digital media courses include online and hybrid formats, allowing you to build your skills wherever you are.
View Online Courses »Gain Experience Beyond the Classroom
Build practical skills, explore your interests, and connect your Media and Professional Communications degree to real-world experiences.
Internships
The world of communications is fast-paced and dynamic, and an internship puts you right in the center of the action. At Pitt, you will gain valuable hands-on experience working alongside communications professionals in a corporate setting or behind-the-scenes at a media company. Or you could delve deep into a business project or jumpstart your writing skills at journalism bootcamp.
Learn more about internships »Global Experiences
Today, communication is a global phenomenon, and an international experience can give you an edge. We encourage CGS students to consider spending a break, semester, or summer abroad. Many of our partner locations offer English literature, film, and other courses related to media and communication.
Explore study abroad opportunities »