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Graphic Design, Certificate

Degree Requirements

Graphic Design Certificate Requirements: 12 courses, 36 credits

Core Requirements: 10 courses, 30 credits

ADF-S1662D/Color

3
ADG-S201Typography I

3
ADG-S202Typography II

3
ADG-S206Graphic Design I

3
ADG-S207Graphic Design II

3
ADG-S219Computer Applications in Design

3
ADG-337Professional Practice

3
ADG-S344Graphic Design III

3
ADG-S345Graphic Design IV

3
ADG-S354SL-Advanced Computer Applications

3

Note: Non-BFA students should complete ADG-S219 prior to taking other ADG courses.

Studio Electives (2 courses, 6 credits)

Choose two of the following:
ADFA-S251Printmaking Studio

3
ADFA-S345Advanced Printmaking

3
ADG-S213Design for Digital Communication

3
ADG-S214Illustration for Designers

3
ADG-S311Integrated Advertising

3
ADG-S330Motion Graphics

3
ADG-S334Publication Design

3
ADG-S340Online Mobile Design

3
ADG-S360Branding & Identity Design

3
ADG-S373UX/UI Design

3
ADG-400Graphic Design Internship

3

Requirements for Completion of the Graphic Design Certificate Program:

  • All students must earn a minimum of 36 credits, with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, in order to be awarded a Certificate in Graphic Design.
  • In addition to the required courses listed all Certificate candidates must participate in all portfolio reviews and exhibit work in the Graphic Design Student Exhibition.
  • All students must earn a minimum of 27 of the required 36 credits while enrolled as Certificate candidates and must satisfy all course requirements of the Certificate program. A maximum of nine transfer or advanced-standing credits may be applied toward requirements for graduation.
  • Please note: credits earned as a NESAD continuing education student are considered transfer credits.

It is recommended that students take no more than five years to complete the program.