The major in Graphic Design is a fourteen-course major with twelve required courses and two electives. The main goals of the major are to educate students to effectively communicate visually by combining form, content, and information, and to prepare students for entry into the professional field as a graphic designer and/or continue their education in graduate school. Students in the major will develop a strong base in typography, web design, photography, drawing, illustration, and motion graphic design. Students will also broaden their ability to think critically and creatively, and will have a thorough knowledge of the latest design software and technology. Our internship requirement prepares students for a career in graphic design. With these skills the graphic design major will be able to effectively research, conceptualize and communicate varied solutions to any design problems they encounter.
The sequence of classes outlined above is flexible. Students can successfully complete the major starting as late as Spring semester of their sophomore year. Please consult with a member of the Graphic Design faculty to establish a program of study.