Why the DH Certificate?
Flexible curriculum that complements your departmental requirements and adds DH expertise. Search courses here.
Hands-on learning through coursework, workshops, and opportunities to test digital methods in practice.
Community of practice that connects you with peers, faculty, and a wider DH network at UVA.
Individual advising tailored to your research and professional goals.
Career preparation for paths in higher education, secondary teaching, libraries, museums, foundations, public service, and industry.
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Who is eligible?
The program is open to any enrolled graduate student in any school at UVA.
Students in both master’s and doctoral programs are welcome.
While students are encouraged to apply during their first semester of graduate school, students at a later stage may be considered for admission.
Certificate students must also be enrolled in a UVA department or school; i.e. there is no free-standing DH Certificate program or online course option.
Curriculum Requirements
The program requires students to complete 12 credit hours while enrolled as a graduate student at the Universiy of Virginia. DH courses may simultaneously count toward students' departmental requirements.
Two core courses:
DH 8991: Introduction to the Digital Humanities
DH 7008: Practicum
Two electives, fulfilled in any of the following ways:
Standard electives, designated as such in advance
Customized electives
Independent studies in DH
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How to Apply
The admissions process is not onerous, but it requires several steps, so please start the process as soon as possible.
Meet with the program director for intake advising. (Email mapp@virginia.edu for an appointment)
Submit your materials in the admissions portal between September 1 and October 1. (Link will be posted here.)
Statement of purpose
Unofficial transcript
One-sentence statement of support from an advisor
Responses to questions in admissions portal