Minor in Media Arts and Studies
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in media arts and studies is ideal for students interested in exploring the creative and critical aspects of media production, communication, and analysis. It prepares students for careers in film production, digital media, advertising, public relations, content creation, or roles in media research and communication strategy.
Program Overview
The Media Arts and Studies minor offers hands-on experience and critical insight into media production, analysis, and technology—preparing students to navigate and contribute to today’s multimedia landscape. Whether you're majoring in communication, journalism, film, marketing, or another field, this minor enhances your creative and technical skills while deepening your understanding of media’s role in society. It's a great option for students pursuing careers in media production, content creation, entertainment, or digital marketing.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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