PROGRAM OVERVIEW
INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH
The Digital Humanities in the Age of AI certificate integrates perspectives from digital humanities, software studies, literary and cultural studies, digital rhetoric and composition, technical/professional writing, digital public history, and critical technology studies towards understanding and implementing digital humanities and artificial intelligence in our work and our classrooms.
FOR ALL BACKGROUNDS
Intended to engage students with key areas of both digital humanities and AI, this interdisciplinary program is appropriate for students from any major or background. Students will engage in both critical and creative projects exploring the pitfalls and potentials of digital methods, including large language models.
HISTORICAL UNDERSTANDING
Build a historical understanding of the impacts of computational technologies across the humanities while developing critical thinking skills for the digital age. Ground current critical AI literacy skills, such as distant reading and coding, in an understanding of changing platforms and technological landscapes that have shaped digital scholarship over time.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
CRITICAL AI LITERACY
Graduates will have a solid understanding of contemporary and historical issues and debates surrounding digital humanities and AI from an interdisciplinary humanities perspective.
DIGITAL TOOLS AND METHODS
Be prepared to engage in critical use of digital and generative AI tools and make informed decisions about the use of digital methods in their careers.
CAREER PREPARATION
Perfect for educators and working professionals seeking to advance their knowledge in humanities-related industries and classrooms.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
The Graduate Certificate in Digital Humanities in the Age of AI is designed for students from diverse backgrounds who wish to:
DEEPEN KNOWLEDGE
Deepen and broaden knowledge gained in a related bachelor's degree
GRADUATE PREPARATION
Prepare for master's or PhD programs in the humanities, with an emphasis on emerging technology
COMPLEMENT STUDIES
Complement current study in UCF graduate programs, particularly in the humanities
CURRICULUM
REQUIRED COURSES
ELECTIVE COURSES
Complete at least 3 of the following:
Please consult the graduate catalog for current course options and requirements.