Program Overview

Print and Graphic Media Science Master of Science Degree

Overview

The print and graphic media science MS offers students an opportunity to explore new areas of research in the graphic communications field. The program's faculty and curriculum focus on establishing quality and efficiencies pertaining to business, technology, and processes in graphic communications.

Why Pursue a Print and Graphic Media Science MS at RIT?

• STEM-OPT Visa Eligible: The STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) program allows full-time, on-campus international students on an F-1 student visa to stay and work in the U.S. for up to three years after graduation.
• Dynamic Curriculum: Focused on establishing quality and efficiencies pertaining to business, technology, and processes in graphic communications.
• Hands-on Experience: Work alongside esteemed faculty as either a classroom or research assistant.
• Flexible Options to Complete Your Degree: Choose between a thesis, capstone project, or research applications and problem-solving option to earn your master's degree.

Print and Graphic Media Science Degree Courses

The print and graphic media science degree includes core courses, electives, and a thesis. The thesis provides an opportunity for students to explore in-depth research and present their findings.

• Electives: The program encourages cross-disciplinary and interdepartmental collaboration. Students may choose elective courses from a variety of courses offered in the department of graphic media science and technology or with other graduate departments and programs at RIT with approval of the graduate director.
• Capstone/Research/Thesis Options: As part of the program, students must complete a capstone project, a research option, or a thesis. This choice of option provides flexibility for students to choose the path that best aligns with their career goals.

Careers and Experiential Learning

• Typical Job Titles:
  • Account Executive
  • Application Specialist / Systems Engineer
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Digital Services Specialist
  • Estimator
  • Marketing and Communications Coordinator
  • Pre-Press Technician
  • Print Production Manager
  • Publishing Coordinator
  • Quality Management
• Cooperative Education and Internships: What makes an RIT education exceptional? It’s the ability to complete relevant, hands-on career experience. At the graduate level, and paired with an advanced degree, cooperative education and internships give you the unparalleled credentials that truly set you apart.

Curriculum

• Print and Graphic Media Science, MS degree, typical course sequence:
  • First Year:
    • GRCS-701: Research Methods
    • PPRT-600: Graduate Seminar
    • PPRT-602: Tone and Color Analysis
    • PPRT-641: Digital Printing and Publishing
    • PPRT-703: Cross Media Workflow
    • PPRT-705: Graphic Standards and Specifications
    • PPRT-751: Advanced Materials in Graphic Communication
    • Technical Electives
  • Second Year:
    • Choose one of the following:
      • PPRT-790: Thesis
      • PPRT-796: Capstone Research Applications and Problem Solving
      • PPRT-797: Capstone
    • Technical Elective

Admissions and Financial Aid

• Application Details:
  • Complete an online graduate application.
  • Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
  • Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) is recommended.
  • Satisfy prerequisite requirements and/or complete bridge courses prior to starting program coursework.
  • Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Submit a personal statement of educational objectives.
  • Submit one letter of recommendation.
  • Entrance exam requirements: None
  • Submit English language test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic), if required.

Facilities

• Discover Lab

Related News

• November 6, 2024: Students recognized for excellence in graphics and research at national flexographic printing challenge
• June 15, 2022: Podcast: Innovating the print industry
• May 23, 2022: College of Engineering Technology combines print and packaging departments to elevate strategic, career focus

Contact

• Admissions Contact: G. Jackson Gagnier, Admissions Counselor, Office of Graduate and Part-Time Enrollment Services, Enrollment Management, 585-475-2229
• Program Contact: Bruce Myers, Program Director, Department of Packaging and Graphic Media Science, College of Engineering Technology, 585-475-5224