Degree Programs
Cogswell Polytechnical College is a four-year, WASC accredited institution, offering B.A. and B.S. degrees. We are located in the heart of Silicon Valley just minutes away from studios like PDI/Dreamworks, EA, Pixar, and campuses such as Apple, Google, and NASA Ames.
Most of Cogswell‘s faculty have strong industry experience and connections, and provide cutting edge academic programs that encourage creativity and innovation. Our alumni, connected by a network that spreads well beyond the west coast, work in animation, film, games, engineering, and other tech industries.
The fusion of art and engineering at Cogswell, and the broad foundation in general education courses required of all students, ensures that they are prepared to move seamlessly into the rapidly evolving professional world.
The learning environment at Cogswell is small, specialized, personal, technologically vibrant, and affordable. No one here gets lost in a sea of strangers.
Cogswell students have gone on to pursue successful careers with many of the world’s most renowned companies in the arts, science and engineering fields. Some of these include 2K Sports, Adobe, Apple Computer, Cisco Systems, Digidesign, Dolby Labs, Disney, Double Fine Productions, DreamWorks, Electronic Arts, Global VR/Ultracade, Intel, LucasArts, LucasFilm Animation, Microsoft Games Studios, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, PDI, Pixar, Sony Computer Entertainment, Sony Image Works and THX.
For long term success in any of these exciting fields, Cogswell is a great place to start.
Digital Art Programs
At Cogswell Polytechnic College, the Digital Art Programs train students in a variety of disciplines, preparing them to break into the growing digital entertainment and communication industries. Students learn a variety of skills, including traditional drawing, illustration, sculpture, graphic design, 3D modeling, animation, video, sound design, story development, storyboarding, storytelling, and media integration.
The combination of the digital arts with technology, along with a broad foundation in general education, means that Cogswell's students are prepared to move quickly into the real world, as well as into professions that are changing almost daily. Many classes simulate real studio experiences by using project based learning, production pipelines and cross-discipline teams.
Engineering Programs
At Cogswell Polytechnic College, students take classes that teach them to keep up with the rapidly changing computer industry. In addition to learning the technical skills of your field, you will take classes that simulate real world experiences by using project based learning, production pipelines and cross-discipline teams.
Each degree program includes a core of technical courses within the major discipline, followed by courses in specialized disciplines. Additionally, innovation management courses introduce students to a technical business environment.
The flexible structure of these engineering degree programs allows students to transfer from community colleges and complete the requirements for the degree in a convenient time frame. Evening classes allow non-traditional students to pursue a college degree in engineering while working full-time.
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BS in Computer Engineering
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Business Minor
Cogswell College, in partnership with Alliant International University, has created a
minor in Business Management beginning with the Spring 2008 term. Cogswell is one of the only Digital Arts Colleges to offer a business minor.
Cogswell students will have an opportunity to acquire the necessary business skills to become successful entrepreneurs or prepare for management positions. In addition to providing a foundation in basic business principles, the program addresses digital arts industry issues.
*Pictured above: During the Special Topic course "Production Facility Seminar," students tour local game and animation studios such as PDI/Dreamworks.
