Programs in concept art prepare students who want to work in the video game, film or animation industries by showing how illustrations play an important role in the pre-production phase. It also allows for possible hands-on experiences with other professionals in the field.

Earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree is an academic achievement upon completing a series of courses over the course of three or four years. The subjects that are studied in order to earn this degree vary widely under the disciplines of the liberal arts and sciences.