ABOUT

Creative Computing at California Institute of the Arts is a forward-thinking interdisciplinary program that fuses the power of computational engineering skills with the limitless possibilities of artistic expression. This innovative degree encourages students to explore the intersection of technology and creativity, using computational tools to craft work that is both personally and culturally meaningful, while preparing them for industry. Our program is designed to provide an integrative learning experience that equips students with the skills to push the boundaries of art, music, and technology. With a strong foundation in computer science, electrical engineering, signal processing, and emerging technologies including virtual/augmented reality, robotics, and machine learning, students will be empowered to innovate, experiment, and reimagine what technology can do in artistic contexts.

We believe technology is a medium for artistic expression. Students learn to code, build hardware, and work with emerging technologies—not as ends in themselves, but as tools for creative inquiry. Whether you're composing algorithmic music, designing immersive experiences, creating intelligent systems, or inventing entirely new art forms, you'll develop both the technical skills and conceptual frameworks needed to realize your vision.

Our curriculum, designed by practicing artists and technologists, emphasizes hands-on experimentation within CalArts' vibrant interdisciplinary community. You'll work alongside filmmakers, animators, musicians, designers, and performers—all pushing their disciplines forward in unexpected ways.