学生将在各种不同的媒体上获得经验，包括：基于时间的表格，数字视频，基于计算机和网络的艺术，数字摄影，机器人技术，声音，表演，持续安装和计算机操作的制作。鼓励学生在他们所擅长的领域或材料上发展个人风格。BFA候选人应对自己选择的材料的性质有深刻的了解。在大多数地区，要求学生在毕业前举办一个展览，以证明他们在发展成熟和凝聚力的作品方面所取得的成就。
Students will gain experience in a variety of different media including: time-based forms, digital video, computer and web-based art, digital photography, robotics, sound, performance, durational installation and computer-operated fabrication. Students are encouraged to develop a personal style in the area or the materials they specialize in. The B.F.A. candidate should achieve an insight into and an understanding of the nature of the materials they choose to work with. In most areas, students are required to present an exhibition before graduation that demonstrates their achievement in developing a mature and cohesive body of work.