Digital Humanities Major
Be a digital pioneer. Bring the fullness of your human self to the study of emerging technology, including Artificial Intelligence, and make sure the digital future is humane as well as human.
Where Technology Meets Human Understanding
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What is Digital Humanities?
The future of work will involve collaboration between artificial intelligence and humans. Digital Humanities prepares you for it.
Digital Humanities applies liberal arts skills to emerging technology. You’ll learn practical tools like coding, geospatial mapping techniques, data symbolization, and digital storytelling alongside essential skills in critical thinking, empathy, ethical decision-making, and communication.
This interdisciplinary major prepares you for many careers, including in business, nonprofits, government, education, history, museum studies, and libraries.?As a Digital Humanities major, you’ll become a key link between data and human situations, leveraging technology to create meaningful connections and insights.
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Why study Digital Humanities at Champlain?
At Champlain, we emphasize experiential learning, allowing you to apply your skills in real-world settings. Through internships, research projects, and independent work, you’ll develop a strong portfolio that showcases your abilities. You’ll discover how digital humanities can intersect with disciplines such as environmental humanities, business, and computer science creating alternative pathways to today’s jobs.
Our small class sizes mean your professors will know your name and help guide your career path. You’ll graduate with both the technical skills and human insights employers are looking for.
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What will I learn studying Digital Humanities?
By the time you graduate, you will…
- Master digital tools – Use programming, data analysis, and multimedia production to solve real problems
- Communicate effectively – Express complex ideas clearly across different digital platforms
- Analyze information – Turn raw data into meaningful insights that drive decisions
- Design user experiences – Create digital interfaces that meet human needs
- Develop career-ready skills – Build a portfolio of work that showcases your abilities to future employers
Different by Design
Start Your Career Path Now
We offer one of the few undergraduate programs in digital humanities, allowing you to specialize in this emerging field early in your academic career.?Begin taking Digital Humanities courses in your first semester and graduate with up to three years of hands-on experience—setting you apart in the job market.
Customize Your Skills
Choose the specific tech skills and humanities focus areas that match your career goals, with flexible course options that adapt to the changing job market.
Build Your Professional Network
Work directly with industry partners on campus and through internships, creating connections that can lead to job opportunities after graduation.
Facts & Stats
The median salary for librarians and library media specialists, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, illustrates the value of digital humanities skills in managing digital collections and engaging library users with technology.
Job growth for digital curators, archivists, and researchers is expected between 2023-2033 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – more than twice the average for all occupations.
Sample Courses in the Digital Humanities Major
Check out some of the engaging and hands-on courses in our program. Our Upside-Down Curriculum will put you in classes in your major, right away.
Career Possibilities
What jobs can I get with a Digital Humanities degree?
Our program prepares you for in-demand roles in today’s digital economy:
- Digital Archivist
- Digital Content Creator
- User Experience Designer
- Social Media Manager
- Data Visualization Specialist
- Digital Publishing Editor
- Instructional Technology Specialist
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Pre-College Summer ProgramsChamplain’s pre-college summer programs offer motivated high school students the opportunity to immerse themselves in a subject area they’re passionate about, gain new skills, get a taste of college-level coursework, and add strength to their college applications – all while having fun with like-minded peers.
This program is for students entering grades 10–12 and recent high school graduates.
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More Inside Digital Humanities Major
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Overview
Be a digital pioneer. Bring the fullness of your human self to the study of emerging technology, including Artificial Intelligence, and make sure the digital future is humane as well as human.
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Curriculum
Champlain College's Digital Humanities curriculum blends technology and the humanities, offering hands-on learning and adaptability for a dynamic future.
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Faculty
Experienced faculty passionate about technology and humanities, guiding students to explore digital possibilities and make an impact in Digital Humanities.
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Learning Outcomes
Learn a blend of valuable technology and the humanities skills for a successful career in digital humanities. Study Digital Humanities at Champlain College.