Design

The Design program is an integrated model, intertwining studio work, critical/historical studies, and humanities/sciences. Students’ placement in the program is dependent on portfolio review and transfer credits.

The first two years of this degree path is a directed model, integrating studio work, critical/historical studies, and humanities/sciences. Courses help students develop form-giving skills, technological proficiency, and explore the potential of design and visual communication for social, economic, and ecological challenges. The second two years present students with opportunities to craft a personal approach to their professional practice, through self-directed studios and projects that encourage research and experimentation, collaboration and interdisciplinarity. Students graduate with a capstone project as well as a portfolio, as part of a strategy for the development and fulfillment of their projected professional life.

At the end of their degree, the students of Design, Interaction Design, and Illustration will be able to:

• Demonstrate conceptual, contextual, and historical understanding in their work.

• Provide evidence of exploration and experimentation and choosing form and content relationships consciously.

• Display continuously improving digital craft, hands-on skills and workflows, consistent with current industry standards.

• Include Design and Academic research methods in their practice.

• Employ racial, gender equity, and accessibility best practices.

• Create and maintain a digital portfolio and self-marketing materials centered on self-determined goals and objectives.

• Communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing, and in presentation.