Computational media, design and creative technology at the intersection of art and code.
Studied full-time over four years on the Saadiyat Island campus, combining the NYUAD Core Curriculum, major coursework and electives, up to two semesters of Study Away across NYU's global network, and a required senior Capstone.
How communication tools and media technologies shape human connection, treated as a means to address questions about the human condition.
Electives across three thematic clusters.
A capstone seminar and project.
Graduates pursue roles as interaction, product and user-experience designers and creative directors across technology, design, media, gaming and startups, or graduate study in interaction design, human-computer interaction and computational arts.
Award
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Start Date
September 2026
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Arts & Humanities
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
On campus
AED 251,838/yr
Apply through the Common Application. Admission is need-blind and NYU Abu Dhabi meets full demonstrated financial need through grants. Published tuition is USD 68,574 per year (2026-27), the same for every undergraduate major; most students pay less through need-based aid.