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Dec 26, 2024
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2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Art BFA, Graphic Design Specialization
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The Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Specialization is a comprehensive studio art degree for students desiring careers in graphic design/visual communications. Critical thinking through the exploration of digital and print media is emphasized. After completion of the art core and pre-graphic design prerequisites, students are required to complete the graphic design concentration requirements, including an internship.
Program Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Show knowledge of the historical antecedents of visual communications.
- Apply and demonstrate the use of the basic design elements of space, line, color shape, texture form and value.
- Demonstrate and apply the basic design principles, such as unity, harmony, contrast, repetition, variety, emphasis, balance, proportion, functionality, proximity, etc.
- Identify the typographic fonts that are considered classic and put these fonts to use in visual communication projects.
- Use industry tools and software to create visual communications projects.
- Demonstrate understanding of how to use LeCorbusier’s modular grid system of layout design and be able to deconstruct said system.
- Assemble a professional portfolio to show prospective employers.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts Requirements
BFA Requirements Total Credits: 30
Graphic Design Specialization
Prerequisite Lower-division Required Courses Credits: 12
Lower-division Required Courses Credits: 12
Upper-division Required Courses Credits: 50-52
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