Nov 08, 2024  
2024-2025 University Catalog 
    
2024-2025 University Catalog

Art BFA, Graphic Design Specialization


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; and
  • assemble a professional portfolio to show prospective employers.

Bachelor of Fine Arts Core


Admission Requirements
All new Art and Design majors can select from any of the degree programs, BA in Art, BA in Art Education, BFA Studio Art or BFA Graphic Design.

To continue in the BFA degree programs students must:

  • Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA in all art and design classes.
  • Present to the faculty a portfolio of work during a junior year review.

Program Requirements
Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA in all art and design classes.

Graphic Design Specialization


Prerequisite Lower-division Required Courses Credits: 12


Art History Credits: 4


Lower-division Required Courses Credits: 12


Total Credits: 110-112


College and Department Information


Art and Design Department  
College of Arts and Humanities  

Program Codes
Major plan codes: ARTBFA, ARTBFAP
Specialization plan code: GRDE

Online Availability
The program does not have a designated online only option.