Graphic Design, B.F.A.

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Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) Degree in Graphic Design

The major in Graphic Design will provide student with specific knowledge and skills relevant to the design industry. The program emphasis is on electronic and print media with a strong focus on problem solving and developing creative concepts with the skills to execute those concepts. Upper-level Graphic Design students will have professional experiences working on complex design projects for clients and companies both within the classroom setting and on-site through internships.

Graphic Design majors will be immersed in an academic deep-dive into design thinking by facilitating an awareness of graphic design history, theory, technological influences and skill sets, problem-solving approaches and strategies plus professional engagement as they all relate to the future of visual communication.

The B.F.A. degree requires a minimum of 60 credits in art plus a one-person senior show or a collaborative group show. The Design Showcase can meet the group show requirement. The B.F.A. in Graphic Design requires a minimum of 77 credits to fulfil the major requirements.

Graphic Design Learning Goals:

Students will:

Design for a specific market.
Explain the impact of design on society.
Practice the design and visual thinking process.

Graphic Design Core

AT 110 - Introduction to Digital Media Credit(s): 3
AR 103 - Drawing I Credit(s): 3
AR 105 - 2D Design Credit(s): 3
AR 104 - Drawing II Credit(s): 3
AR 106 - 3D Design Credit(s): 3
AR 125 - Visual Thinking Credit(s): 3
AR 225 - Digital Illustration Credit(s): 3
AR 201 - Computer Art & Design Credit(s): 3
AT 265 - Foundations in Web Design/Development Credit(s): 3
AR 236 - Beginning Digital Photography Credit(s): 3
AR 215 - Printmaking Credit(s): 3
AR 325 - Branding & Package Design Credit(s): 3
AR 327 - Computer Art and Design: Creative Concepts Credit(s): 3
AT 319 - Interface Design and Data Visualization Credit(s): 3
OR
AT 320 - Motion Graphics Animation Credit(s): 3
AT 490 - Portfolio and Professional Development Credit(s): 1
AR 425 - Design Showcase Credit(s): 3 (repeatable up to twice) (serves as BFA capstone)

Ventures (4)

AR 390 - Blue Connection Credit(s): 3 (sequentially for 1 credit to total 3 credits or once for 3 credits)
AR 390 - Blue Connection Credit(s): 3
OR
AT 321 - Millikin Creates Credit(s): 1-3

Art History (9)

AR 303 - Modern Art: 19th and 20th Century Credit(s): 3
AR 304 - Contemporary Art History Credit(s): 3
AR 3xx - Any other AR Art History Credit(s): 3

Internship (3)

AR 370 - Art Internship Credit(s): 1-3 (3 credits minimum, 9 maximum over up to 3 semesters)

Additional Electives for BFA (12)

Approved Art Elective Credit(s): 3
Approved Art Elective Credit(s): 3
Approved Art Elective Credit(s): 3
Approved School of Art and Creative Media Elective Credit(s): 3

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