Undergraduate Major
Bachelor of Arts in Digital Humanities
The digital revolution has radically changed the way that many humanities scholars conduct research and share work. Digital humanities applies emerging technologies to these explorations, expanding access to and participation in the field.
Achieve More With a Digital Humanities Degree
Hands-On Experience
Alvernia is one of five programs in the country offering a BA in Digital Humanities. We provide hands-on archival experience at the undergraduate level.
In-Demand Skills
Students will develop skills in digital text analysis, digital mapping, 3D modeling, and the use of digital tools for collecting, organizing, and studying material culture. They will consider ethical concerns raised by data bias, data privacy, and algorithms.
Job Options
Digital Humanities skills, including data visualization and digital curation, are in demand, often leading to roles in galleries, libraries, archives and academia.
Career Support at Alvernia
Alvernia's Office of Career Development supports students and alumni in job searches and career planning. Its services include résumé, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile reviews; interview preparation and practice; and access to internship and job opportunities.
Career Spotlight: Archivist
Overall employment of archivists, curators, and museum workers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Why is the demand strong?
• The Digital Shift: The boom in electronic records requires archivists who specialize in digital preservation, metadata standards, and cybersecurity for long-term storage.
• Legal and Corporate Compliance: Many large corporations and government agencies must manage and maintain strict volumes of records by law, creating steady corporate demand.
• Mass Retirements: A large portion of the projected job openings will come from replacing the massive wave of currently employed archivists who are expected to retire.
Program Overview
- Curriculum (39 Credits)
Required Core (12 credits)
- DH 101: - Introduction to Digital Humanities
- DH 201: Intermediate Digital Humanities
- DH 301: Internship or Media experience.
- DH 480: Capstone: Student will enroll in the Capstone of the discipline reflected in their Humanities area of emphasis. Their participation in that capstone will include a digital humanities project, such as working with a database or something public-facing, as an example of students contributing to or analyzing existing humanities digital scholarship or research.
Humanities Theory and Value (3 credits)
- PHI 208 Ethics and Technology or THE 2XX Technology and Spirituality
Humanities Application Electives (12cr) - Four courses from:
- LIT 2xx: Digital Stories and Oral Histories
- PHI 255: Philosophy Through Film
- PHI 208: Ethics and Technology
- PHI 332: Minds, Brains, Computers, and AI
- THE 2xx: Technology and Spirituality
- THE 2xx: Digital Humanities and the Study of Religion
- POS 310: Public Policy and Advocacy
- HIS 2xx: History of Technology and Science
Related Requirements: Skill Development (12 credits)
- CS 115: Intro to Programming
- DS 210: Data Visualization & Methods of Data Science
- COM 260: Digital Storytelling or COM 140 Media Literacy
- ART 124: Digital Drawing or ART 130: Introduction to Digital Design or THR 244: Computer Assisted Design or MUS 230: Music Technology I
Humanities Area of Emphasis (fulfilled through Path of Knowledge):
Students will need to pick an area of emphasis in the Humanities which will be reflected in their Paths of Knowledge Area of Concentration. Students are encouraged to double major or minor in one of the fields of the Humanities and/or take a complimentary minor outside of the Humanities. Suggested complimentary minors include ART/THR/MUS, COM, Data Science and Computer Science
- Application Instructions
Through a rolling admission process, prospective students may apply to Alvernia at any time. Multiple start dates throughout the year allow accepted students to begin a program of study at an accommodating time. We continually review applications and accept students for each of the six term starts (August, October, February, March, May, and July).
Keeping on track is important throughout the process. We encourage you to work with an admission team member to submit all materials and meet all deadlines. Our dedicated team will work directly with you to identify the best options that work for you and your unique situation. Once your application is complete, you will not have to wait long for a decision. We continually review applications and notify students as soon as a decision has been made.
To get started, visit our undergraduate admissions page for a list of instructions and documents needed.
- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
- Accreditation Statements
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- Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
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