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Complete your Penn State course work at your own pace and 100% online.
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Gain Skills That Can Be Applied across Industries and Professions
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Use problem-solving, technical skills, digital tools, and visual communication strategies to design computer graphics and multimedia.
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Work in an award-winning virtual space, The Open Studio, using art studio fundamentals.
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Build a professional, high-quality digital portfolio showcasing visual art projects, digital art, and web design.
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Acquire a practical understanding of the conventions, languages, practices, and aesthetics of digital art and design.
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Who Should Apply?
The digital arts certificate is an ideal program if you:
- are interested in computer-based graphics, multimedia, art, digital illustration, or media-rich web design
- want to strengthen your existing skills to support your professional responsibilities
Convenient Online Format
This program's convenient online format gives you the flexibility you need to study around your busy schedule. You can skip the lengthy commute without sacrificing the quality of your education and prepare yourself for more rewarding career opportunities without leaving your home.
A Trusted Leader in Online Education

Penn State has a history of more than 100 years of distance education, and World Campus has been a leader in online learning for more than two decades. Our online learning environment offers the same quality education that our students experience on campus.