ITP/IMA Summer 2026 Course Offerings Announced

ITP is pleased to offer the following ITP graduate courses, open to everyone. NYU students can register themselves via NYU Albert. Visiting students can Apply for the summer term.

Dates: May 18 – June 30

Synthetic Architectures ITPG-GT 2177 – 001 (Turner ) 4 credits

Tue/Thur 2-4:55 pm

For better or worse humanity is heading down the virtual rabbit hole. We’re trading an increasingly hostile natural environment for a socially networked and commercially driven artificial one. Whether it’s the bedrooms of YouTube streaming stars, the augmented Pokestops of Pokemon Go, the breakout rooms of a Zoom meeting, or even the “airspace” of Airbnb; we are witnessing a dramatic transformation of what occupying space means. The socially distanced measures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic have only accelerated this societal embrace of the virtual.

So where are these dramatic spatial paradigm shifts occurring? Who owns and occupies these spaces? Who are the architects and what historical and ethical foundations are they working from? What world do they want to build for humanity and where does the creative individual fit into it? Will it be a walled garden, a role-playing adventure or a tool for creating more worlds?

The course will ask students to embrace the role of virtual architect, not in the traditional brick-and-mortar sense of constructing shelter, but in terms of the engagement with the raw concept of space. However this virtual space must be considered and evaluated as a “site,” that is activated and occupied by real people and all the limitations of physical space that they bring with them from the real world. This is the foundation of synthetic architecture; simulated space met with biological perception.

This conceptual architecture is free from the confines of physics but host to a whole new set of questions: How do we embrace the human factors of a dimensionless environment? How do we make or encourage meaningful interactions within the limits of current technology? New models of interaction must inform and shape the architecture of virtual space – what does that look like? How can architecture and aesthetics inform the creation of virtual environments and immersive narratives? How do we acutely consider the psychological and social impacts of the worlds we design and what is the metaphorical ground plane to make sense of this virtual world, unbound by physics? About Jonathan Turner: http://www.jonathanwilliamturner.com/about/

Topics in ITP: Interactive Environments with Touchdesigner (Matthew Ross) ITPG-GT.2378  4 credits

Tue/Thur 6-8:55 pm

From immersive museums and fine art galleries, to kinetic sculptures and the main stage at Coachella, Touchdesigner has become a go-to tool for artists and developers looking to create large scale interactive installations.   This course will provide students with a strong technical foundation for building interactive systems in Touchdesigner, emphasizing research-based practice, modularity, and generative systems as our core principles. There will be a strong focus on experience design, where we will challenge students to use Touchdesigner as a platform to unlock new possibilities in aesthetics, narrative and form.  We will explore the larger landscape around Interactive Installations, surveying artists, developers and studios doing interesting work within the field.  Students will learn the techniques needed to set up their own installations including building control interfaces, DMX lighting, projection mapping, networking, computer configuration, audio routing, multi screen layouts, and interfacing with microcontrollers. We will explore how to use generative design principles to create endlessly shifting visual environments, lighting effects that dramatically alter the mood of a room, and audio that has the ability to move and react to users in 3D Space.  Not only will we spend time thinking about how we can craft a compelling narrative, but also how we make sure your software doesn’t crash.  The goal of this class is to help students develop their skills as Creative Technologists, balancing artistic expression with technical execution and knowledge.  There is no prerequisite class required for this, but an introductory knowledge of coding is strongly suggested.

Visiting students can apply for the summer term.

Summer registration began in Albert on 02/09/26;  add/drop dates for summer sessions are listed here.

For IMA NY (UG) students – If you have a Summer Advisor Clearance Hold, please review this page to be cleared to register. Summer is considered an optional term – students may register for coursework, but this is not a required term. You can calculate tuition and fees for Summer registration here.

IMA is offering a limited number of summer courses open to all NYU students:

Code!

This online course focuses on the fundamentals of computer programming using JavaScript. Open to non-majors only.

Instructor:
Dave Stein – des8963@nyu.edu
Units:
2.0
Schedule:
Asynchronous (05/18 – 06/30) – 6W1
Albert Info:
IMNY-UT 1 – 001 (5347)
Full Description:
This online course focuses on the fundamentals of computer programming (variables, conditionals, iteration, functions & objects) using JavaScript. In particular it leverages the p5.js creative computing environment which is oriented towards visual displays on desktops, laptops, tablets or smartphones. The course is designed for computer programming novices. What can computation add to human communication? You will gain a deeper understanding of the possibilities of computation–– possibilities that will augment and enhance the perspectives, abilities and knowledge you bring from your field of study (e.g. art, design, humanities, sciences, engineering). Each week you will complete a coding exercise and reflect on your process in a short forum post along with a wrap-up assignment at the end. At first it may feel foreign, as foreign as learning a new language or way of thinking. But soon, once you get some basic skills under your belt, you’ll be able to make projects that reflect your own interests and passions.
Special Notes:
IMNY-UT 1 – Code! and IMNY-UT 2 – Code! 2 are open for self-enrollment for all NYU academic plan codes, no permission required, except for IMA NY students who are not permitted to take Code! / Code! 2. This course does not have an associated IMA NY Media Fee. Visiting students may also register – please email george.agudow@nyu.edu for steps on how to proceed.

Code! 2

This online course builds on concepts introduced in Code! by applying JavaScript programming skills to interactive media projects.The Code! course (or equivalent) is a prerequisite. Open to non-majors only.

Instructor:
Dave Stein – des8963@nyu.edu
Units:
2.0
Schedule:
Asynchronous (07/01 – 08/12) – 6W2
Albert Info:
IMNY-UT 2 – 001 (5348)
Full Description:
This online course builds on concepts introduced in Code! by applying JavaScript programming skills to interactive media projects. Using the p5.js creative coding library, students will design dynamic visual experiences for the web across desktop and mobile platforms. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with topics such as sound, basic game development, body tracking, and algorithmic art. Completion of Code! or equivalent experience is required. Prior knowledge of JavaScript and the p5.js library is expected.
Special Notes:
IMNY-UT 1 – Code! and IMNY-UT 2 – Code! 2 are open for self-enrollment for all NYU academic plan codes, no permission required, except for IMA NY students who are not permitted to take Code! / Code! 2. This course does not have an associated IMA NY Media Fee. Visiting students may also register – please email george.agudow@nyu.edu for steps on how to proceed.

Live Web

This course focuses on the types of content and interaction that can be supported through web based and live interactive technologies as well as exploring new concepts around participation. Open to all NYU students.

Instructor:
Shawn Van Every – sve204@nyu.edu
Units:
4.0
Schedule:
Tu/Th 10:00am – 1:30pm (05/19 – 06/25) – 6W1
Albert Info:
IMNY-UT 260 – 001 (5349)
Full Description:
The web is an amazing platform for asynchronous communication such as email, social media posts and audio/video sharing. Over the last decade with faster connections, powerful computers, always on and connected mobile devices, synchronous or live communications have become more viable. Streaming media, audio and video conferencing and realtime chat give us the ability to create new forms of live interactive experiences for participants. In this course, we’ll focus on the types of content and interaction that can be supported through web based and live interactive technologies as well as explore new concepts around participation. Specifically, we’ll look at new and emerging platforms on the web such as HTML5, WebSockets and WebRTC using p5.js, JavaScript and Node.js. Prerequisite: Creative Computing or equivalent programming experience.
Special Notes:
This section is open to all NYU students. You may self-register in Albert, no permission required. Visiting students may also register – please email george.agudow@nyu.edu for steps on how to proceed.

ITP / IMA NY Media Fee Disclaimer: ITP / IMA NY Media Fee Disclaimer: Please be advised, ITP / IMA NY courses are assigned a $291.00 Media Fee, which applies to ITP / IMA NY students as well as non-departmental students. For Summer term, the Media Fee is charged on a per-class basis. This fee grants students Equipment Room check-out privileges, as well as access to the physical computing shop and machines in our departmental space in 370 Jay / 4th floor. The Media Fee is non-refundable.

Contemporary Sculpture in the Digital Age

In this fabrication course, delve into the philosophical and practical considerations that underpin the enduring significance of sculpture in an increasingly virtual world. Open to all NYU students.

Instructor:
Maya Pollack – mlp490@nyu.edu
Units:
4.0
Schedule:
Mo/We 10:00am – 1:30pm (05/18 – 06/29) – 6W1
Albert Info:
IMNY-UT 250 – 001 (5350)
Full Description:
Why, in an era dominated by the digital, do physical objects endure? In this fabrication course, delve into the philosophical and practical considerations that underpin the enduring significance of sculpture in an increasingly virtual world. This course not only explores the tactile and spatial dimensions of sculpture but also prompts a critical inquiry into the unique qualities of physicality and how this not only persists but responds to our digital age. Throughout the semester, students will develop practical skills in class sessions, engaging in a variety of material studies and projects. They will produce three formal, finished, and meticulously documented works, drawing from the diverse materials and forms available in the ITP/IMA Shop. Including woodworking, metalworking, mold making, vacuum forming, laser cutting, spray painting, finishes, and 3D sewing/soft sculpture.

Students are welcome to integrate skills, materials, and techniques acquired from other classes. In addition to hands-on studio prompts, students engage in class discussions, critiques, and gallery visits. Assignments are designed to build art making skills, and explore the conceptual and formal properties of sculpture. This course aims to foster a deep engagement between individual making and the context it resides within theory, art and tech history, prompting students to consider how the technological revolution has reshaped our understanding of physical spaces and experiences, and the role sculpture can play to examine, reflect, and create the world today.

Intro to Fabrication or equivalent fabrication experience is highly recommended, but no prerequisite is required.

Special Notes:
This section is open to all NYU students. You may self-register in Albert, no permission required. Visiting students may also register – please email george.agudow@nyu.edu for steps on how to proceed.

ITP / IMA NY Media Fee Disclaimer: Please be advised, ITP / IMA NY courses are assigned a $291.00 Media Fee, which applies to ITP / IMA NY students as well as non-departmental students. For Summer term, the Media Fee is charged on a per-class basis. This fee grants students Equipment Room check-out privileges, as well as access to the physical computing shop and machines in our departmental space in 370 Jay / 4th floor. The Media Fee is non-refundable.

User Experience Design

This course aims to provide students with the critical thinking and practical skills for creating effective and compelling interfaces. We will dissect what a compelling user experience is and discuss and apply design methods for creating one. Open to all NYU students.

Instructor:
Akshay Verma – av1354@nyu.edu
Units:
4.0
Schedule:
Mo/We 6:00pm – 9:30pm (07/01 – 08/10) – 6W2
Albert Info:
IMNY-UT 262 – 001 (5351)
Full Description:
This course aims to provide students with the critical thinking and practical skills for creating effective and compelling interfaces. We will dissect what a compelling user experience is and discuss and apply design methods for creating one. Throughout this course we will examine a wide range of examples of interfaces with a focus on understanding the attributes of a successful interface and applying proven research, mapping and testing techniques. The class format will include lectures, case studies, student presentations, discussions of readings and in-class design exercises. The format is very hands-on with assignments that focus on problems that are typical of those a UX designer will encounter in the professional world.
Special Notes:
This section is open to all NYU students. You may self-register in Albert, no permission required. Visiting students may also register – please email george.agudow@nyu.edu for steps on how to proceed.

ITP / IMA NY Media Fee Disclaimer: Please be advised, ITP / IMA NY courses are assigned a $291.00 Media Fee, which applies to ITP / IMA NY students as well as non-departmental students. For Summer term, the Media Fee is charged on a per-class basis. This fee grants students Equipment Room check-out privileges, as well as access to the physical computing shop and machines in our departmental space in 370 Jay / 4th floor. The Media Fee is non-refundable.

Immersive Experiences

This course explores 3D design concepts in art, games, and interactive experiences. Open to all NYU students.

Instructor:
Akmyrat Tuyliyev – at3342@nyu.edu
Units:
4.0
Schedule:
Mo/We 2:00pm – 5:30pm (07/01 – 08/10) – 6W2
Albert Info:
IMNY-UT 282 – 001 (5352)
Full Description:
This course explores 3D design concepts in art, games, and interactive experiences. Topics include procedural world-building, VR, motion capture, and AI systems in screen-based multimedia. By the end of the course, students will have a strong understanding of the tools and approaches used in art-game and 3D experience design, along with a deeper awareness of how to build from their own creative voices.

The class will culminate in a student showcase of experimental and interactive 3D works. Coursework will take the form of creative and technical exercises, as well as critical responses to readings, games, and other media. Lessons are conducted using the Unity game engine, though participants are welcome to complete coursework using other tools such as Unreal Engine or web-based platforms. Some prior experience and basic familiarity with programming concepts is recommended.
Special Notes:
This section is open to all NYU students. You may self-register in Albert, no permission required. Visiting students may also register – please email george.agudow@nyu.edu for steps on how to proceed.

ITP / IMA NY Media Fee Disclaimer: Please be advised, ITP / IMA NY courses are assigned a $291.00 Media Fee, which applies to ITP / IMA NY students as well as non-departmental students. For Summer term, the Media Fee is charged on a per-class basis. This fee grants students Equipment Room check-out privileges, as well as access to the physical computing shop and machines in our departmental space in 370 Jay / 4th floor. The Media Fee is non-refundable.

Making Money With Your Craft

This class teaches students the business fundamentals of sustaining a creative practice, including forming an LLC, pricing, invoicing, marketing, insurance, contracts, leveraging Ai, etc. Open to all NYU students.

Instructor:
John Kuiphoff – jk2656@nyu.edu
Units:
4.0
Schedule:
Tu/Th 10:00am – 1:30pm (07/02 – 08/11) – 6W2
Albert Info:
IMNY-UT 260 – 002 (5353)
Full Description:
This class teaches students the business fundamentals of sustaining a creative practice, including forming an LLC, pricing, invoicing, marketing, insurance, contracts, leveraging Ai, etc. Each session combines business instructions with hands-on studio making across disciplines such as ceramics, jewelry, painting, graphic design, filmmaking, etc. We partner with galleries, fairs, and online marketplaces to help students sell their work, along with field trips (one to Etsy) and guest speakers focused on establishing their brand and tips for selling their creative work.

Special Notes:
This section is open to all NYU students. You may self-register in Albert, no permission required. Visiting students may also register – please email george.agudow@nyu.edu for steps on how to proceed.

ITP / IMA NY Media Fee Disclaimer: Please be advised, ITP / IMA NY courses are assigned a $291.00 Media Fee, which applies to ITP / IMA NY students as well as non-departmental students. For Summer term, the Media Fee is charged on a per-class basis. This fee grants students Equipment Room check-out privileges, as well as access to the physical computing shop and machines in our departmental space in 370 Jay / 4th floor. The Media Fee is non-refundable.