BA (Hons) in Graphic Design
Validated by The Open University, UK
Introduction to the Major in Graphic Design
The BA (Hons) in Graphic Design features a future-proof curriculum characterized by its adaptability to emerging (digital and immersive) technologies, a strong foundation in design principles, theory, and methodology, and an emphasis on interdisciplinary learning through the Liberal Education model. The mission of the program is to expose students to a comprehensive, rigorous curriculum that integrates theory, the creative process, and new technologies. By fostering creativity, critical and conceptual thinking, and communication skills, the program enables students to become successful, versatile practitioners in a global environment or pursue further academic studies in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, UX/UI Design or adjacent fields. Focused on building both practical and theoretical toolsets, the curriculum prepares graduates to engage in diverse design areas such as print and advertising media, or digital applications and immersive environments. Graduates are well-positioned for employability in various sectors of the industry, including design studios, advertising agencies, in-house design teams, or marketing, media, and entertainment across numerous businesses, ensuring they are ready to address global challenges and drive innovation in an evolving industry.
What You Will Study
The Bachelor’s degree program is awarded with a total of 121 US credits. It consists of the Liberal Education curriculum (43 US credits), including courses in the Fine Arts, the Humanities, and the Social and Behavioral Sciences or related disciplines; and the Graphic Design concentration (72 US credits), which includes such topics as Design Methodology, Graphic Design, Typography, Branding and Packaging, Illustration, Visual Literacy, Designing for the Web, Digital Tools for Graphic Design and Production, History of Graphic Design, Contemporary Design Issues, etc. The Graphic Design program also has 6 US credits in general electives.
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Career/Graduate Study Opportunities
Graphic design graduates are poised for impactful roles in shaping future communication landscapes. They can explore careers in advertising agencies, design studios, tech companies, innovation labs, and interdisciplinary agencies, specializing in areas such as visual communication design, UX/UI design, interaction design, or design strategy. Beyond traditional roles, they can lead initiatives in sustainable design, digital transformation, and inclusive design, addressing global challenges and driving positive social impact. Opportunities for further academic studies empower graduates to delve deeper into emerging fields like UX/UI digital design in the MDes program at Deree, design thinking, data visualization, or human-computer interaction, ensuring they remain at the forefront of innovation and change in the dynamic world of design.