Bachelor of Science - Studio Art - Graphic Design

Graphic design is the process of visual creative problem-solving with a focus on communication. Graphic designers utilize a wide range of media and visual assets such as typography, photography, and other imagery as part of their creative problem- solving practice. The primary focus of the graphic design program at Southern Connecticut State University is to prepare students for the creative industry, upon graduation. As students navigate the graphic design program at Southern Connecticut State University, they will explore a range of media and outputs, as they work on true-to-industry projects, navigate clients, and develop their professional skills and portfolio. Typical projects a student can expect to explore as part of their graphic design coursework include: logo development, single-page layout design, multi-page document design, visual branding strategies, package design, emerging and social media applications, and design for screen-based media such as web site design, and mobile application design. Learning Outcomes:- Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of art and design by using related problem solving skills to organize, analyze and interpret visual information Students will be able to demonstrate fundamental studio practice; techniques, materials, and various creative methodologies Students will be able to identify and articulate the significance of major periods and works in the history of art (Western, and non-Western) Students will effectively use techniques and materials of their discipline with knowledge of the traditional and contemporary practices of the area Students will be able to effectively choose materials, processes, form, and content to engage in substantive self-directed artistic activity Students will be able to demonstrate critical analysis applied to their own work and the work of others Though completion of cognate courses, students will understand fundamentals of studio practice shared across studio disciplines Students will demonstrate an understanding of precedents of art history as context for contemporary artistic activity Students will be able to assimilate knowledge by being able to make connections between art making and other diverse fields Students will be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing about art to general and specialized audiences Students will demonstrate effective preparation and presentation of work with an understanding of basic professional practices in the field