Creative Technologies - University of R

Creative Technologies is an interdisciplinary program that explores the intersection of art, technology, culture, and innovation. It develops students' skills as artists, scientists, and innovators, preparing them for careers in creative and technical fields such as mobile app development, game design, and virtual reality design. The program fosters collaboration, experimentation, and critical thinking, encouraging students to push boundaries and create imaginative outcomes inspired by the changing technological landscape.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Creative Technologies is a program designed for students interested in the intersection of art, technology, culture, and interdisciplinary study. It explores digital culture through interactive media and installation, physical computing, creative computation, virtual and augmented reality, 3D animation, sound art, digital storytelling, interactive media, computer gaming, popular music technologies, and critical research into art and technology. Creative Technologies emphasizes collaboration, experimentation, play, and thinking outside the box. It cultivates imaginative and innovative outcomes inspired by the changing technological landscape.

Teaching:

Faculty: The program is taught by recognized scholars, artists, and professionals in their fields, including Creative Technologies, Interactive Media and Performance, Design, Media Studies, Popular Music, Film Studies, National and International Cinemas, Film Production, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts.

Careers:

Graduates of the Creative Technologies program are prepared for careers such as:

Creative Technologist
Mobile App Developer
Game Developer
Virtual Reality Designer
Product Engineering Specialist
Technical Art Director
Animator
Web Programmer
Interactive Media Producer
Contemporary Artist

Other:

Program Delivery: Students can take Creative Technologies through the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance, or through the Department of Computer Science in the Faculty of Science.
Academic Advising: Students are supported through an academic advising process that tailors their program of study to their individual interests.
Diploma Option: Students can start with a Diploma in Creative Technologies, which provides a well-rounded introduction to the field.
Facilities: The program utilizes various facilities, including:
Interactive Media Performance (IMP) Lab
Creative Technologies Maker Space
MAP Sound Studio (ED 242)
Film Production Studios
Production Studio
Photography lab with a 12-station dark room
Animation classroom
Printmaking Studio
Digital Photography Studio
Music Studios
Costume Shop and Set Design space
Shumiatcher Theatre
University of Regina Theatre
The Fifth Parallel Gallery
The Art Store
Voice Mapping Lab
Centre for Socially Engaged Theatre (C-SET)
Professional Placement Option: The Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance offers a professional placement option, similar to an internship, allowing students to gain experience in an organization related to their major.
Student Activities: Creative Technologies students participate in various clubs, campus events, and networking opportunities, including:
IMP Lab and Maker Space Workshop Series Program
Creative Technologies Student Society Programming and Events
MAP Student Society Programming and Events
MAP Presentation Series
Art for Lunch
5th Parallel Art Gallery
Living Skies Student Film Festival
Theatre Productions
Music Performances
Clubs and activities open to all U of R students
Student Showcase: Creative Technologies students have showcased artworks in festivals such as Nuit Blanche, Frost Regina, as well as in Neutral Ground’s event Art’s Birthday.
Program Flexibility: The program allows students to tailor their degree to their interests and passions, making each degree unique.