Graphic Design, Associate of Science

Program Overview

Broward College's Graphic Design program prepares students for the evolving digital design industry. Graduates are equipped with skills in web design, illustration, typography, and UX/UI design. The program culminates in a portfolio showcasing a complete branding project, demonstrating students' proficiency in the field. Upon completion, graduates are eligible for industry certifications and are prepared for careers as web designers, graphic artists, and more.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Graphic Design program at Broward College is designed to prepare students for the rapidly changing computer driven graphic design industry.
• The program's primary job titles include Web Designer, Graphic Artist, Publication Designer, Illustrator, Packaging Designer, and Advertising Creative.
• Upon completing this program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the following industry certifications/licenses: N/A

Objectives:

• Create an example of a complete branding project in their portfolio, including design brief, logo, and three examples of implementation in multimedia.
• Demonstrate illustration skills included in their portfolios, including information graphics, editorial illustrations, and interface design.
• Demonstrate mastery and understanding of UX/UI skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in applying typography skills in design.
• Demonstrate proficiency with understanding concepts and techniques of web design, including principles of user experience and search engine optimization.

Outline:

Course List

Course

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ENC1101 | COMPOSITION I | 3.00 ART1300C | DRAWING I | 3.00 ART1201C | 2D DESIGN | 3.00 GRA1110 | APPLIED DESIGN 1 | 3.00 MGF1106 | FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL REASONING | 3.00 PGY1801C | PHOTOSHOP DESIGN | 3.00 GRA1151C | ILLUSTRATION DESIGN 1 | 3.00 GE Course | General Education Speech | 3.00 PSY2012 | GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3.00 GRA2121C | PUBLICATION DESIGN | 3.00 GRA1201C | TYPOGRAPHIC DESIGN | 3.00 PGY1802C | DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY | 3.00 GRA1144C | WEB PUBLISHING | 3.00 GRA2171C | BRAND AND AD DESIGN | 3.00 GRA2157C | ILLUSTRATION DESIGN II | 3.00 GRA2754C | WEB DESIGN II | 3.00 GE Course | General Education Science | 3.00 GRA2180C | APPLIED DESIGN II | 3.00 GRA2134C | USER EXPERIENCE & INTERFACE DESIGN | 3.00 GRA2425C | PORTFOLIO & BUSINESS OF DESIGN | 3.00 GRA2940C | GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP | 1.00

Careers:

• Web Designer
• Graphic Artist
• Publication Designer
• Illustrator
• Packaging Designer
• Advertising Creative