Bachelor of Media Studies (BMS)
Bachelor
4 years
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Why study Media Studies at UBC Okanagan?
The BMS is a four-year, direct-entry computational arts program that prepares students for careers in digital media creation.
The foundation of the program is the opportunity for students to experiment with ideas and the newest technologies in a team-based environment, with a focus on innovation in digital-media design. The program is designed for students looking towards a future in creative and cultural industries, and to continue their education in design, art and academics as postgraduates.
BMS includes exclusive courses that offer a streamlined set of computer science and critical thinking skills aimed at code-based art and design-making in creative arts and digital humanities.
Careers and Outcomes
UBC degrees are respected by employers around the globe. Program graduates will have the skills to pursue a career in a variety of fields like,
- Animator
- Animation and sound editor
- App developer
- Art director
- Art illustrator
- Digital animator
- Digital marketing strategist
- Entrepreneur
- Game designer
- Graphic designer
- Magazine designer
- Market research analyst
- Media planner
- Mobile application developer
- Multimedia producer
- Production artist
- Product package designer
- Researcher
- Simulated environment designer
- Software designer
- Sound producer
- Technical illustrator
- Technology startup lead
- User experience director
- Video editor
- Vlogger
- Web designer
Your skills will be applicable to careers in gaming, web design, interactive media, sound design, film production, public relations or future graduate studies.
Experiential Learning
Expand your horizons while studying abroad, conducting meaningful research, or working in the community with your UBC colleague.
Learn more about Co-op, Go Global and Undergraduate Research Awards opportunities at Experiential Education.
The Capstone@BMS is a unique opportunity for the BMS program to foster meaningful collaboration with industry partners and community members.
Global and Close-Knit
At UBC Okanagan, you gain all the benefits of attending a globally ranked, top 5% university while studying in a close-knit learning community. 50% of graduates, from all across the globe, choose to stay in the region.
Discover the Okanagan
A diverse natural region with sandy beaches, beautiful farms, vineyards, orchards and snow-capped mountains, the Okanagan is an inspirational landscape perfect for those seeking leisure or outdoor adventure.
UBC's Okanagan campus borders the dynamic city of Kelowna, a hub of economic development with a population of more than 150,000 people— the fourth fastest-growing population in Canada.
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