Graphic Design Degree - Bachelor of Arts

College of Science and Technology

Degree Overview

Graphic Design is a multidisciplinary program in which you gain a solid understanding of the fundamentals of design and develop creative visualization, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Using industry standard software and hardware, you will build diverse portfolios with a wide range of print and web projects. Explore the global, social, and ethical issues of graphic design at each stage of the program.

Computer Requirements:

• Mac: Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support / PC: Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD Athlon® 64 processor
• Mac OS X 10.6.8 or 10.7 / Windows® XP or Windows 7
• 4GB of RAM (minimum), 8GB of RAM (recommended
• 1024x768 display (1280x800 recommended) with 16-bit color and 256MB of VRAM
• OpenGL 2.0 capable system
• DVD-ROM drive compatible with dual-layer DVDs
• 500GB hard drive (7GB for Mac OS / 8.5GB for Windows for software install)
• Pointing device (mouse, trackball)
• Color printer (or access to one) for proofing and mocking up work
• Digital camera (minimum 8 megapixel) or scanner
• Broadband Internet access
• Current version of Adobe Creative Suite software
• Supplies such as: X-Acto knife, straight edge, spray mount, rubber cement, paper, etc., as per project needs.