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- Delivery: On Campus
- Credits: 54
Ball State University offers a bachelor of science in graphic design studies through the School of Art in the College of Fine Arts.
Graphic Design communicates information and ideas through the strategic
use of layout, typography, image, and color. Students learn visual
communication skills while developing critical design competencies and
problem-solving abilities using traditional and digital media.
Why choose graphic design studies degree?
- Creative and technical preparation: Combine graphic design with printing, packaging, color, photography, and cross-media production.
- Design electives: Explore subjects such as web design, motion graphics, publication design, identity systems, interface design, or photography.
- Small class sizes: Students receive focused, one-on-one attention from professors as they develop research-based, conceptual, process-driven, and creative projects in a studio environment.
- Senior capstone: Complete a design campaign that integrates research, strategy, visual communication, and production.
- Professional development: Take College of Fine Arts courses focused on career preparation and the transition to professional work.
What you’ll study as a graphic design major
Graphic design coursework may include subjects such as:
- introductory and intermediate graphic design
- printing processes
- screen and specialty graphics
- packaging technology and construction
- cross-media communication
Course availability varies by semester. Speak with an academic advisor for more information.
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What career opportunities are available for graphic design students?
Depending on their electives, portfolio, technical skills, experience, and location, graduates may pursue roles such as:
- graphic designer
- production designer
- marketing designer
- junior brand designer
- publication designer
- packaging design assistant
- web content designer
- user interface design assistant
- motion graphics designer
Graphic Design Studies graduates are equipped with knowledge of print and digital design in areas such as branding, advertising and marketing, publishing, motion graphics for film and television, packaging design, web design, game design, user experience design (UX), and user interface design (UI).
This list is not comprehensive, if you don't see your preferred
profession in this list speak with a faculty member or an academic
advisor about career opportunities.
Graphic Design Studies BS and Graphic Design BFA
We offer two undergraduate graphic design degrees.
The bachelor of science in graphic design studies combines graphic design with graphic communications and production coursework.
The bachelor of fine arts in graphic design is requires some studio coursework, foundations study, and advanced design courses.
Students should compare the course requirements and career emphasis of both programs. If you have questions about which major is right for you speak with an academic advisor for more information.
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