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Digital Arts

Associate of Applied Science

Bring your creativity to life with Pima’s Digital Arts Associate of Applied Science degree. Whether you’re into graphic design, web design or digital media, this program helps you build the skills you need for a career in the industry. You’ll get hands-on experience with industry-standard software and tools while learning the essentials — color, typography, layout and digital production.

Choose the focus that fits you best: Graphic Design is all about print media, branding and visual storytelling, while Web Design dives into interactive design, web layout and front-end development. With this degree, you’ll be ready for entry-level roles like graphic designer, web designer, digital artist or production assistant — or you can continue your education toward a bachelor’s degree. Learn more about this program on the Pima Arts website.

Planning to transfer into a film, audio, video or digital game program at a university? Check out Pima’s Digital Film Arts & Animation AAS or Associate of Arts degree and discuss with an Advisor which path best suits your goals.

What You Will Learn

  • Create visually effective designs using industry tools
  • Build skills in print, web, and digital design
  • Work professionally with deadlines, ethic, and collaboration
  • Choose the right technology for different projects
  • Develop a strong portfolio to showcase your work

Explore more skills in our course catalogs for the Design Concentration and the Web Design Concentration.

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Program At a Glance

  • Length of Program

    2 years (full-time)

  • Study Methods

    In Person

  • West Campus

  • Title IV Financial Aid eligible
  • Transfer Options Available
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Design for the Real World

With Pima’s Digital Arts program, you’ll train with the same tools and tech the pros use — building skills in print, web, and interactive design. Whether you’re crafting a brand, designing a site, or creating a game, you’ll graduate ready to turn your creative vision into a career.

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"I love the teachers. I love that you get to have so many different teachers of all different aspects of the digital media world. And you also get to make so many connections that extend outside of school."
Julia
Digital Arts student
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Support When You Need It

Not sure if this is the right path for you? Schedule an appointment with an advisor to:

  • Discuss program options and pathways to a bachelor’s degree
  • Learn about funding and financial aid
  • Get personalized guidance to reach your goals
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