BS AI Digital Arts & Creative Design/Bachelors in Computer Arts

"Digital dreams made real."
Location: Salim Habib University / Karachi Institute of Economics and Technology

Course Overview

This pioneering undergraduate program reimagines creative practice for the digital age, blending technical innovation with artistic expression. Designed for tomorrow’s visual storytellers, the curriculum integrates foundational design principles with emerging tools, preparing students to shape narratives across graphic design, animation, and interactive media. Students explore how technology amplifies creativity, from conceptual sketches to AI-enhanced workflows, while interrogating the evolving role of digital artists in global industries.

What to Expect

Studio Practice

Develop a versatile portfolio through hands-on projects in digital illustration, 2D/3D animation, and user-centered design.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Work alongside peers in film, fine arts, and media production to solve cross-sector creative challenges.

Critical Frameworks

Analyze the cultural and commercial impacts of digital art through seminars on media theory and visual communication.

Technical Workshops

Master industry-standard software for image manipulation, motion graphics, and multimedia storytelling.

Industry Experience & Opportunities

Live Briefs

Partner with advertising agencies, animation studios, and digital startups to create real-world campaigns and products.

Professional Development

Attend masterclasses with guest practitioners from Pakistan’s media hubs and international creative networks.

Exhibition Platforms

Showcase work in annual degree shows reviewed by industry leaders, fostering connections for internships and careers.

Specializations

Graphic Design

It focuses on creating visually appealing content that effectively communicates messages. Students gain expertise in essential skills, including typography, color theory, and layout design, enabling them to produce eye-catching graphics for print and digital platforms. This specialization prepares graduates for careers in advertising, branding, and multimedia design.

Animation

It immerses students in the art of bringing images to life through movement and storytelling. By covering both traditional and digital techniques, students gain proficiency in 2D and 3D animation, character design, and visual effects. This specialization equips graduates for careers in film production, gaming, and digital media.

Media Production

Students learn about cinematography, sound design, and post-production processes, gaining hands-on experience editing audio-visual content with industry-standard equipment and software. This program prepares graduates for diverse roles in film, television, and digital content creation.

Degree Structure

Duration: 4 Years

Semesters: 8

Course Credit Hours : 136

Year 1
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 1
DES101
History of Design
3+0
ENG101
English-1
3+0
ART101
Still Life Drawing
3+0
ART102
Digital Drawing & Illustration-1
3+0
DES102
Color Theory
3+0
DES103
Basic Design
3+0
Total Credits
18
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 2
ART103
Figure Drawing
3+0
PSY101
Media Psychology
3+0
ART104
Digital Drawing & Illustration-2
3+0
MKT101
Media Marketing
3+0
ENG102
English-2
3+0
DES104
Packaging Graphics
3+0
Total Credits
18
Year 2
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 3
MKT201
Media Advertising
3+0
ART201
Story Boarding
3+0
ANM201
Introduction to Animation
3+0
DES201
Digital Image Manipulation
3+0
COM101
Oral Communication (Speech)
3+0
ART202
Typography
3+0
Total Credits
18
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 4
MUS101
Music Production
3+0
DES202
Advertising Designs
3+0
PRT101
Printing Procedure
3+0
MKT202
Media Branding
3+0
PHO101
Digital Photography
3+0
ANM202
2D Animation
3+0
Total Credits
18
Year 3
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 5
MUS101
Music Production
3+0
DES202
Advertising Designs
3+0
PRT101
Printing Procedure
3+0
MKT202
Media Branding
3+0
PHO101
Digital Photography
3+0
ANM202
2D Animation
3+0
Total Credits
18
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 6
SSH307
Advanced 3D Modeling
3+0
SSH308
Advanced Media Concepts-2
3+0
SSH309
Digital Movie Making
3+0
SSH310
Media Ethics
3+0
SSH311
Gamification
3+0
PST101
Pakistan & Islamic Studies
4+0
Total Credits
19
Year 4
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 7
SSH401
Video for Visual Effects
3+0
SSH402
Advanced Animation Techniques
3+0
SSHXXX
Elective-1
3+0
SSHXXX
Elective-2
3+0
SSHXXX
Project-1
3+0
Total Credits
15
Course Code
Course Title
Cr. Hrs.
Semester - 8
SSH100
Internship
3+0
SSHXXX
Elective-3
3+0
SSHXXX
Elective-4
3+0
SSHXXX
Project-2
3+0
SSH100
Internship
3+0
Total Credits
15