A comprehensive and professional program with a proven track record of graduates throughout the industry, the Visual Communications program offers students the excitement and challenges of a career in the design field. Through exposure to a wide variety of ideas, challenges and media, graduates leave the program with a solid portfolio and a wide variety of skills.
Students explore graphic design, illustration and computer technology.
The curriculum involves students in design theory and application, creative problem solving, typography, color prepress and print production areas, digital design work and the management of projects. Additional skills in photography, business, personal competencies and presentations produce well-rounded and creative individuals that should be capable of working in any of a wide variety of areas including the print and prepress industries, design studios, advertising agencies, digital design and production facilities among others. The Visual Communications program focuses on addressing the needs for strong graphic designers by specializing in a Diploma in Graphic Design. This program of study prepares students to work in any of the exciting areas that are open to designers today. Program emphasis is on the establishment of a solid set of design skills.