Academic Program Proposal

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Bowie State University
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Bachelor of Science (B.S.)Virtual Reality and Gaming6/6/2024Approved6/17/2024
Virtual Reality and Gaming Program Description
Bowie State University is pleased to submit the enclosed proposal for a new Bachelor of Science program in Virtual Reality and Gaming for your review. This exciting and <br>interdisciplinary program with the Department of Fine and Performing Arts fulfills the growing need for talent in technical and creative fields in the game and XR entertainment <br>industries. This program provides collaborative and interdisciplinary experiences in computer science, XR animation and visual and media arts, and through iterative cycles of design, problem-solving, and analysis will include a formal research component and strategic partnership between the departments of Fine and Performing Arts (VCDMA program) and Computer Science within the College of Arts and Sciences.