If a student's major discipline is in engineering, their cross-discipline is one of the creative arts. An applicant whose major discipline is in the creative arts could prove cross-disciplinary proficiency by having successfully completed courses in computer programming, for example. Applicants who cannot demonstrate cross-disciplinary proficiency but who show extraordinary promise in the field may be admitted but must make up this deficiency in the first year of graduate study. In general, this involves taking introductory courses in the cross-disciplines, to be determined in consultation with their advisor. Credits earned in the proficiency courses do not count toward the graduate degree, however.
Many factors go into the decision to admit.
The admissions committee is looking for students with a strong focus in their background and current interests. Applicants with related majors may be considered, but only if they can demonstrate strong credentials in both the arts and technology. Acceptable credentials include recent University of California or equivalent course transcripts in calculus-level mathematics, computer programming, visual arts, and music. These applicants may be required to take a placement examination or submit additional application materials, such as examples of previous work. Multimedia Engineering 2.