Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art, Graphic Communications

The concentration in Graphic Communications equips students for a creative career in the advancement of print and digital media. Students will receive extensive training in the fundamental principles of visual communication.

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Ethan Pound, "Horned Owl Drink Brand Design," Package postcard and mobile device design, 2022

Students will explore the fundamental principles of typography and composition while mastering the creative interplay of typefaces, images, color schemes, and graphic elements. They will actively engage in an immersive, hands-on experience focused on publication design, advertising, and packaging through rigorous research and design thinking. Additionally, students will delve into interactive media design, UX/UI design, and motion graphics, with an emphasis on innovation and creativity.

Our advanced courses offer an enriching experience with small class sizes, enabling in-depth exploration of cutting-edge graphic technologies under the attentive guidance of our dedicated faculty. Students are encouraged to showcase their creative work on campus and in the broader community. Furthermore, we provide a wealth of exciting internship and study-abroad opportunities, allowing students to broaden their horizons and apply their skills in real-world settings.

 

Program Snapshot

soap product design
Shannon Gaskin, "BeeWell Soaps," Branding and Package Design, printed paper product, 2022

Number of Credit Hours: 120 Total Hours

Time to Complete: Four-year Program

Primary Campus: Kennesaw

Program Format: Face-to-Face*

*A limited selection of courses may be available in an online or hybrid format.

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What can you do with a BFA in Art, Graphic Communications degree?

There are numerous careers for graduates with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Graphic Communications. Below are a few paths that you can pursue in your career:

  • Advertising Designer
  • Brand Identity Designer
  • College/University Instructor*
  • Creative Director*
  • Graphic Designer
  • Freelance Artist
  • Layout Artist
  • Logo Designer
  • Motion Graphic Artist/Animator
  • Multimedia Artist
  • Publication Designer
  • User Experience (UX) Designer
  • Web Designer

* May require additional advanced education

Our Other Degrees and Programs

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art:

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art is a professional degree program with concentrations in Art Education, Art History, Ceramics, Comics and Sequential Art, Graphic Communications, Illustration, Painting and Drawing, Photography and Video, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Textile and Surface Design. 

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Animation:

This Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program prepares students for various animation and animation-related careers or graduate school by providing a thorough grounding in fundamental principles and techniques. Through the 2D Animation and 3D Animation concentrations, this degree focuses on intensive work in digital animation supported by a program of general studies.

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