Graphic Design Major (B.F.A.)
Purpose
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design major, which is considered a pre-professional degree, allows students to gain extensive practice-based coursework in the field of graphic design.
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Generate art work utilizing a variety of digital techniques.
- Assess the efficacy of creative work in relation to its context.
- Formulate conceptual solutions through creative projects.
- Create a fundamentally sound body of work that embodies standards of professional presentation.
- Integrate interactive design modalities into effective visual solutions.
- Create visual works that reflect a Christ-centered perspective with a goal to promote redemptive purposes.
Industry Sectors Employing BFA Graphic Design Graduates
- Tech & Software
- Film & Media
- Education & Higher Ed
- Healthcare Systems
- Faith-based Organizations
- Government & Public Sector
- Nonprofits & NGOs
- Retail & Consumer Products
- Sports & Entertainment
- Publishing & Journalism
- Advertising Agencies
- In-House Corporations
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Museums and Cultural Institutions
Career Titles in Creative Industries
Creative Leadership Roles
- Art Director (Advertising Agency)
- Art Director (Design Studio)
- Art Director (In-House / Corporate Marketing)
- Creative Director
- Digital Media Manager (In-House / Corporate)
Core Design Roles
- Graphic Designer
- Visual Designer
- Visual Communication Designer
- Digital Designer
- UX/UI Designer
- Brand Designer
- Data Visualization Designer
- Photography
- Illustration
- Production Artist
Web & Product Design Roles
- Web Designer
- UX Designer (User Experience Designer)
- UI Designer (User Interface Designer)
- Product Designer
- Interaction Designer
Print & Physical Media Roles
- Packaging Designer
- Production Designer
- Environmental Graphic Designer
Editorial & Publication Roles
- Editorial Designer
- Publication Designer
- Publication Art Director
- Book Designer
Marketing & Advertising Roles
- Advertising Designer
- Marketing Designer
- Social Media Designer
- Content Designer
- Campaign Designer
Illustration & Image-Making Roles
- Illustrator
- Commercial Illustrator
- Book Artist
- Visual Storyteller
- Storyboard Artist
- Children’s book artist
- Comic book artist
- Concept artist