Academics
The School for the Digital Future offers academic programs and degrees that are:
Customizable
We offer customizable programs that let students forge their own academic paths and pursue lifelong learning.
Flexible
All programs are offered in a mix of online and in-person formats and offer credit for professional experience.
High Value
We provide you with skills that immediately make you more employable and effective in your workplaces and beyond.
Our newest class!
ARTSCI 297/497: The Digital Passport – Exploring Emerging Technology and Innovation
The Digital Passport introduces students to the evolving world of digital creativity, technology and innovation. How it works:
- Attend a total of 7 events throughout the semester
- Submit a reflection for each attended event
- Participate in online discussions
- Submit a final digital reflection that synthesizes your learning
ARTSCI 297/497 is a 1-credit class held online and in person. Open to all—no prerequisites required.
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Degrees
BA in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies
Have credits or work experience but never had a chance to finish your degree? IPS is for you. Take creative ownership of your education.
Interdisciplinary Professional Studies students create a personalized educational path to earning a bachelor’s degree. Unlike traditional educational paths, our program is designed to give credit for your past experiences and academic passions—you only pay for credits you need. We combine individualized pathways with a culture of care and empower you to take creative ownership of your learning and career aspirations.
Bachelor of Applied Science
Have a technical associate degree or technical certificate and want to finish your college degree? BAS is for you. Complete your technical credits today.
For aspiring leaders and career changers with technical backgrounds, the Bachelor of Applied Science is the most flexible and efficient bachelor’s degree program, allowing you to leverage your existing education and build a customized path to graduation with dedicated student support.
BA in Interdisciplinary Studies
Are you a curious mind seeking a more personalized educational pathway that reflects your individualized interests? Our tri-disciplinary degree program allows you to explore and combine three distinct areas of study to design a major as unique as you are.
Interdisciplinary Studies allows you to combine minors and certificates to create a major that aligns perfectly with your aspirations and previous academic credits. Our program is specifically crafted for on-campus students who desire more than a traditional, discipline-bound education, offering them the freedom to explore and integrate varied fields of study.
BA in Digital Innovation + Design
Interested in projects that exist at the intersection of creativity, tech, and entrepreneurship? DI+D is for you. A degree for highly motivated creatives.
For ambitious, creative students with a passion for technology and design, the Digital Innovation and Design degree (DI+D) offers a unique educational pathway. Unlike traditional degrees, DI+D is composed of modular certificates, continuously updated and curated by industry experts. This structure allows students to tailor their learning experience, gaining practical skills and preparing for dynamic careers in technology and design.
Graduate Degrees
MA/MS, Interdisciplinary Studies
Are you a mid-career professional seeking to advance in your field or gain new, relevant skills and expertise? The Masters in IDS is for you. Create a Master’s degree that ups your game.
The Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies is designed for students who have broad interests in several fields, who seek to add a broad skillset to their portfolio, or whose career goals do not match fully with a single identifiable academic unit or department. Lifelong learners seeking intellectual and cultural development in a constantly changing society will find a home in this customizable degree program.
Certificates
AI for All
The AI for All certificate program teaches essential artificial intelligence skills, including AI prompting, ethical AI use and practical problem-solving with generative AI technologies across various industries. Learn to effectively and responsibly use AI platforms like ChatGPT and other generative AI tools through our comprehensive artificial intelligence certification that prepares you for the AI-driven workplace.
Applied Emotional Intelligence and Well-Being
Workplace success and personal fulfillment come together in the Certificate in Applied Emotional Intelligence and Well-being program that fosters essential emotional intelligence skills. Build your wellness practices, perspective-taking abilities and sense of professional purpose through courses in applied emotional intelligence for both career advancement and personal growth.
Applied Teamwork
Learn to effectively navigate the complexities of teams and evolving workplace demands while enhancing performance.
Content Production
The Content Production certificate program teaches essential skills for creating and producing engaging digital content across industries using modern tools and methods. Our content production certification covers growth hacking, agile design, audiovisual production and no-code development so you’re ready for in-demand content creation careers.
Community Impact
The Community Impact certificate develops leadership skills and community engagement strategies for students in rural Idaho so they can drive positive change in their communities. Build your connection skills, emotional intelligence and effective communication through real-world experience in our comprehensive community leadership certification program.
Data Analysis for All
The Data Analysis for All certificate program teaches essential data analytics skills, including data visualization, SQL and R programming to ready you for in-demand data analyst careers. Develop data storytelling and business decision-making skills through this Google Data Analytics Certificate program that provides access to 150+ employers and career coaching resources.
Design Thinking for Professional Purpose and Personal Fulfillment
Transform your approach to problem-solving and earn a Design Thinking for Professional Purpose and Personal Fulfillment certificate through training in integrative thinking principles that enhance professional success and personal growth. This Design Thinking certification program teaches you to become a reflective learner, articulate your unique workplace contributions and align your career with your personal values and professional goals.
Design Thinking for Professional Purpose and Personal Fulfillment
Innovation and Design
Innovation and design skills that set you apart in today’s competitive job market are at the core of our Certificate of Innovation and Design program. Students gain hands-on experience with emerging technologies, data analysis and pitch development while building a professional portfolio that demonstrates their ability to innovate and influence in any industry.
Project Management for All
Start, plan and execute projects using both traditional and Agile project management approaches through the Google Project Management Certificate. Deal with changes, assess risks and manage stakeholders. Build your career with industry certifications and use your problem-solving skills to make a difference.
UX Design
Where creativity meets functionality, the UX Design Certificate at Boise State equips students with hands-on experience in user-centered design, wireframing and prototyping using industry-standard tools like Figma. Learn from industry professionals, work on real-world projects and build the skills needed to create intuitive, user-friendly digital solutions. Whether you’re launching a new career or expanding your creative toolkit, this program prepares you to thrive in today’s fast-growing tech landscape.
Classes
ARTSCI 297/497: The Digital Passport
The Digital Passport (ARTSCI 297/497: The Digital Passport – Exploring Emerging Technology and Innovation) introduces students to the evolving world of digital creativity, technology and innovation by combining in-person and online experiences. The course can be completed fully online or fully in person.
What does it mean to be human in a digital era?
In this course, (IDS 397 Special Topics: What does it mean to be human in a digital era?) choose how you want to unplug and explore special topics like the science behind savoring life’s experiences, creativity and well-being in a hyper-connected world and more. IDS 397 is a 3-credit class, in person and on campus. Open to all—no prerequisites required.
Personalize your degree
Or draw from certificates developed by other departments on campus:
Signature opportunities
Interested in one of the signature opportunities offered below? Contact us at sdf@boisestate.edu for more information.