Department of Fine and Performing Arts
Bachelor of Science in Immersive Media, Entertainment and Gaming
Program Coordinator
Professor Tewodross M. Williams
Department of Fine and Performing Arts
(301) 860-3751
tmelchishua@bowiestate.edu
Fine and Performing Arts Center, Room 2124A
Earn your Degree at Bowie State University
The Bachelor of Science in Immersive Media, Entertainment, and Gaming, or IMEG, puts you at the forefront of game design and virtual entertainment.
You will gain hands-on experience in immersive media, virtual production, animation, visual and special effects and cinematic storytelling. The program emphasizes iterative cycles of creative design, entrepreneurship, problem-solving and critical analysis so you can grow as both a technical expert and a creative thinker.
The IMEG program is an interdisciplinary partnership between the Department of Fine and Performing Arts and the Department of Computer Science. This collaboration gives you the opportunity to work across disciplines, engaging in fields such as game design, extended reality, virtual production, and multimodal sensory integration while mastering the visual and media arts.
Once you complete the program, you’ll be prepared for technical and creative roles in the game, film and entertainment industries. You’ll also be ready to launch your career in game development, immersive arts, film and virtual production, interactive design simulation, and beyond.
Why a Bachelor of Science in IMEG at Bowie State University?
Bowie State University is among the few HBCUs offering courses in animation, cinematography and digital media arts. The IMEG program emphasizes entrepreneurship, innovation and creativity through cross-departmental and industry collaborations. It also prepares you to explore the socioeconomic, political, and cultural dimensions of emerging augmented, cinematic and mixed-reality experiences.
When you join Bowie State University, we will prepare you to become an ethical and creative professional with expertise in game design, digital media, production and product design. You’ll leave the program with an understanding of industry specific technologies and the impact these technologies have on diverse communities worldwide.
To earn a Bachelor of Science in IMEG from Bowie State University, you must complete a minimum of 121 credits.
The IMEG degree program is divided into three primary requirements: general education, core courses and additional requirements. These are the program requirements:
General Education: 47/48 credits
IMEG Core Courses: 72 credits
- Gaming: 21 credits
- Animation, Design, Production, Immersive Media: 40 credits
- VCDMA, Studio Art/Design, Entrepreneurship, Supporting: 15 credits
Additional Requirements
- Senior Portfolio
- Capstone Project
- Internship
Total Credits: 121-122
Start Your Career Here
Build Your Career Skills
The Department of Fine and Performing Arts has secured various university partnerships that facilitate access to exclusive internship and career opportunities. You can proactively leverage formal relationships with Laika Studios, Megamind Media, Octet Productions, Adobe, Prince George's Arts and Humanities Council, HBCU in LA, PG Film Office, PG Film Festival and many more organizations in the pipeline that create unique opportunities for Bowie State students.
Bowie State University is an Adobe Creative Campus with resources such as state-of-the-art video editing, animation, VFX/SFX, motion capture and VR storytelling — all powered by Adobe. In 2024, the university launched the MOCAVI-XR Studio, located in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, which promotes cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation for IMEG students.
Get an Internship
After enrolling, take advantage of Bowie State University's many opportunities and get familiar with Handshake. Handshake is an online platform for Bowie State students that allows thousands of employers to post internships and job openings. Use this tool to search for an internship while you study or to jump-start your career after you graduate.
Career Outlook
Immersive media, entertainment, and gaming are rapidly growing fields with diverse career opportunities. You can pursue roles such as game designer, software developer, programmer, art director, creative director, special effects animator, digital visual artist or play tester.
Through the IMEG program, you will also gain the skills to integrate computing, modeling, simulation, and digital media arts into animation, film and video, sound, and virtual production. These skills prepare you for careers in entertainment and filmmaking, immersive and interactive experiences, research and education, military and workforce training, as well as advertising, sports, and live events.
Meet Faculty and Staff
Get to know the expert faculty and staff who’ll be instructing you throughout your time at Bowie State. Build connections, ask for mentorship and receive guidance as you prepare to embark on your career.
Scholarships
Once you enroll at Bowie State University, you will automatically receive a list of scholarships you qualify for, based on the SAT/ACT scores and GPA provided on your admission application. Review each scholarship’s requirements and apply to as many as possible. You can also apply for private donor, departmental and external partner scholarships.
Get Involved with Bowie State
Clubs and Organizations
No matter your interests, you’ll find a student organization at Bowie State University that’s right for you. Connect with others who share your passion for gaming, animation and visual storytelling through groups like the BSU Film Club, Butch Animation Studios, and the Psi Rho Alpha Visual and Performing Arts Honor Society.
You can also join the New Blerd Order, the New Generation Artist Guild, AIGA or become an Adobe Ambassadors. You are highly encouraged to use these clubs and organizations to sharpen the skills you learn in the IMEG program.
Community Service
Gain a greater understanding of your roles in the community, as well as the impact of your contributions toward those in need. Connect with others who understand the importance of community service and build a network of friends, colleagues and team members. Together, we can make a positive impact.
