Digital Humanities Bachelor of Arts (BA) Program

Artificial intelligence is transforming every aspect of our world and our work, including how we conduct research about human behavior, history, and writing. More than ever, the world needs storytellers who are as proficient in data science and machine learning as they are in oral and written communication. The Digital Humanities program at Jessup University equips students to pursue their calling as storytellers in a fast-changing digital landscape.

Program Objectives

• To develop a strong understanding of the intersection between technology and the humanities.
• To equip students with the skills needed to analyze and interpret digital data within a humanities context.
• To foster critical thinking and creativity in the application of digital tools to traditional humanities subjects.
• To prepare students for a wide range of careers by enhancing their digital literacy and communication skills.

Curriculum Overview

• Year 1: Introduction to Digital Humanities, Foundations of Computing, Cultural Analysis.
• Year 2: Digital Textuality, Data Visualization in Humanities, History of Digital Media.
• Year 3: Advanced Digital Research Methods, Multimedia Storytelling, Digital Archives.
• Year 4: Capstone Project, Internship in Digital Humanities, Seminar in Digital Ethics.

Our program is designed to inspire and empower students to become leaders in the evolving digital landscape. Join us to explore the future of humanities through the lens of technology.

Potential Career Opportunities

• Digital Archivist
• Content Strategist
• Data Analyst
• Cultural Heritage Manager
• User Experience Designer
• Social Media Manager
• Digital Project Manager
• Research Analyst
• Technical Writer
• Museum Curator

Skills you will gain

• Programming
• Project Management
• Database Management
• Web Development
• Digital Archiving
• User Experience Design
• Data Visualization
• Geographic Information Systems
• Text Analysis
• Multimedia Authoring