Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Design

Are you ready to explore the exciting intersection of art and technology? Look no further than our Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Design program. Our program aims to prepare you for leadership roles in new media design with a focus on creative content production using time-based and immersive media. You will learn to combine practical and theoretical knowledge of art, design and technology, as you prepare to become skilled professionals and creative problem-solvers ready to practice within traditional and emerging social and cultural contexts.

Join us in the Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Design program at AUS, where art and technology collide, and your creative journey begins.

The four-year Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Design program at AUS exceeds established international accreditation criteria. Courses will provide you with opportunities to discover filmmaking, interactive and immersive media, AR/VR technologies, animation and physical computing. You will produce creative work but also learn about media as a social and cultural phenomena.

The program prepares you to become a reflexive, and creative filmmaker, digital designer, animator or interactive media artist. You'll discover new ways to research and solve creative problems, using new technologies, equipment and software to create a range of industry-standard projects across media fields.

As a first-year student, you begin your CAAD education with a Foundations Year Program, which all students in the multimedia design program must complete before advancing into their major field of study. You are mentored by a dedicated academic advisor who guides you in scheduling and course selection, and creating the educational journey you desire.

The Foundations Year supports the critical transition from a high-school to a college experience. You will be introduced to conceptual and critical thinking skills, and learn how to apply the specific terminology we use within creative disciplines. You will also gain a basic understanding of design principles, while nurturing positive and productive working habits and self-discipline.

#1 in the UAE and Top 200 Universities Globally for Art and Design (2023)

Top Choice for Employers in the UAE

Top 5 in the World for Diversity
Among the top five universities with the highest % of international students (2023)

First University in the GCC Rated for Sustainability

Silver award winner for sustainability in higher education in the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System (STARS)

A minor in film will open up a whole new world of creativity for you, while complementing your studies in your major discipline.

From book covers to video games, and online magazines to full-length animated films, there are endless opportunities for a minor in illustration and animation to be put to use.

A minor in design management will give you the skills to apply design thinking and strategic management knowledge as you seek to effectively lead the creative process, and equip you to work effectively within a creative team.

Through our minor in photography, you will receive both technical instruction and develop your creativity in order to skillfully produce your own portfolio of photographic works.

A minor in product design will provide you with an intensive and interactive studio experience as you apply technical skills and design theory to create and exhibit your own portfolio of unique designs.

DANA ALHANBALI

After graduating from AUS with a Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication in 2010, Dana has enjoyed a highly successful career as an entrepreneur, creative consultant, writer, speaker and podcast host.

HEBA ALNABULSI

Heba graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Design Management in 2011 and has put her degree to work helping brands, agencies and marketing professionals turn their social media data into strategies and success stories that make a real business impact.

LAYA MOOTI

Now a producer at electriclimefilms in Dubai, Layal graduated from AUS with a Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Design in 2018. Starting as an intern, Layal has enjoyed a fast-paced career working on a wide range of exciting projects.