Courses and Registration
Every department at the University may handle registration differently for major courses. Here in Media Arts, we have a well-defined procedure that must be followed.
During the Fall and Spring semesters only Media Arts majors and minors may take Media Arts courses. Students interested in becoming a Media Arts major or minor should click here for information on the application process.
Course Descriptions
Click here for the listing and descriptions of Media Arts courses. MOST COURSES ARE NOT OFFERED EVERY SEMESTER. See the Schedule of Classes for current offerings.
The course numbering system at UA is as follows:
- 100-299 Undergraduate level, lower division
- 300-499 Undergraduate level, upper division
- 500-999 Graduate level
Registration
Registering for courses is a three-step process for Media Arts majors and minors:
1. Priority Advising
Each semester, roughly during the months of October and March, students should see a Media Arts advisor about registration for courses for the following semester. Each class (senior, junior, etc. - determined by your total units) is assigned a specific week. DO NOT MISS YOUR ADVISING WEEK!
2. Registration through Media Arts
The week after your priority advising, you must turn in your Media Arts registration form on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday before 3:15 pm. Only Media Arts courses requiring departmental registration should be on the form.
3. WebReg Registration
Beginning the following weekend, WebReg will become available to you on Student Link. Register for all your other courses via WebReg.
Advanced Standing
In order to register for 300/400 level Media Arts courses, students must be eligible for (and must apply for) Advanced Standing in Media Arts.
Writing Emphasis
All Media Arts majors must complete at least one Media Arts Writing Emphasis course before graduation.
Individual Study
There are opportunities for Media Arts students to earn credit for Individual Study with a Media Arts faculty member. Course numbers/categories include:
MAR 391/491: Preceptorship (instructor assistant)
MAR 394/494: Practicum (individual project — usually hands-on)
MAR 399/399H/499/499H: Independent Study (individual research)
MAR 498/498H: Capstone/Honors Thesis (individual research)
In order to register for any of these courses, students must have Advanced Standing in Media Arts and permission of the faculty sponsor.
