Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects

Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects is an associate degree program at Hampshire College, a private nonprofit institution located in Amherst, MA. This program introduces students to the foundational tools and techniques used in digital animation, motion graphics, interactive media, and visual effects production. Students develop skills applicable to careers in entertainment, game design, advertising, and digital media industries.

Falling under the audiovisual communications technologies field (CIP 10.0304), this program provides a grounding in both technical production and creative design principles. Hampshire College is a private nonprofit institution, and students interested in this field can expect coursework that spans digital art fundamentals, software proficiency, and project-based learning. The program is well suited for students seeking an associate-level credential before entering the workforce or pursuing further education in animation or media arts.