Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

Oregon State University - INTO USA

This program is available at the following location: The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design (GD) is an exciting and rigorous program at OSU. The disciplinary foundations of graphic design are rooted in visual problem solving, design theory and history, as well as professional practices that tie into business and marketing for specific audiences. Examples of the work graphic designers engage in include both print and digital media such as the design of: The discipline of graphic design is constantly changing due to new technologies, broader target audiences, and softer boundaries between disciplines. Students learn to be adaptable, flexible and collaborative in how they work. Graphic designers are creative thinkers and makers and may have strengths and interests in drawing, printmaking and photography. The Graphic Design major is a professional program. Entering students are designated as Pre-Graphic Design majors. The pre-professional Graphic Design program typically takes one year to complete. After completing the pre-professional program requirements, students may apply to the professional Graphic Design program. Students will not be permitted to take professional Graphic Design course work without acceptance into the professional Graphic Design program. If admitted into the professional Graphic Design program, it will take students three additional years to complete the professional program regardless of transfer credit standing. Admission into the professional Graphic Design program is subject to a competitive application process. To apply and be considered for admission, all pre-professional students must meet the following requirements: Criteria for acceptance. Students will be evaluated on the following: Transfer students, who have previously earned an associates degree in graphic design or related field, are encouraged to contact the program coordinator to submit a portfolio of design-related work for entry into the Graphic Design program at the junior-level. Admission, by transfer, is restricted by enrollment. Major Code: 779 Pre-Graphic Design Major Code: 479

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