Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Offered by University of Minnesota Duluth Department of Art and Design, School of Fine Arts
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Graphic Design Major
Graphic design is one of society’s newest art forms. It is by turns fine and commercial art, communications, information, architecture, environments, interaction, sound, and motion. It is print and screen-based, real and virtual, 2-, 3-, and 4-dimensional. Graphic design involves type and language, abstract and figurative imagery, concept, technology and craft.
The art of graphic design involves the manipulation of type and image for personal and public communication. This activity is performed in both print and electronic media, within commercial, artistic, and academic contexts. Design acts as a medium for cultural investigation and visual expression. The discipline takes place within commercial, academic, and institutional contexts in the private and public realms and allows individuals to enter a rewarding profession that demands creativity and vision.
Visit http://www.d.umn.edu/art/gallery/sw/sw_gd_print_01.html
to see some selected examples of recent student work.
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Coursework
All students begin their experience with liberal education and art courses that expand their understanding of visual forms and the creative process. Work in these courses will foster students’ artistic and visual communication skills. Theoretical, historical, and conceptual foundations are provided through offerings in art history and seminars. Students complete their experience by creating a digital portfolio during their final year.
Students studying at other institutions are encouraged to contact a University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) advisor as soon as possible to help ensure the transferability of their coursework.
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Course Rotation Schedule
The student will work with an advisor and utilize the course rotation schedule to complete a degree completion plan.
UMD will offer courses for the BFA in Graphic Design at the University of Minnesota Rochester campus according to this schedule.
FALL 2008 and FALL 2010 |
| Art 1900 |
Visual Literacy |
| Art 4812 |
Senior Seminar |
| Art 4908 |
Motion Graphics |
| Art 4922 |
Senior Design Studio I |
SPRING 2009 and SPRING 2011 |
| Art 901 |
Graphic Design Portfolio Review |
| Art 3908 |
Typography II |
| Art 3933 |
Graphic Design III |
| Art 4899 |
Senior Exhibition |
| Art 4933 |
Senior Design Studio II |
FALL 2009 and FALL 2011 |
| Art 1900 |
Visual Literacy |
| Art 2905 |
Design Technology I |
| Art 4812 |
Senior Seminar |
| Art 4909 |
Interactive Design II |
| Art 4922 |
Senior Design Studio I |
| Art History 2390 |
American Art of the 20th Century |
SPRING 2010 and SPRING 2012 |
| Art 901 |
Graphic Design Portfolio Review |
| Art 4899 |
Senior Exhibition |
| Art 4933 |
Senior Design Studio II |
| Art History 4901 |
History of Graphic Design |
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| Additional coursework not reflected on the rotation schedule is required. |
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Employment Opportunities
After graduation, students can look forward to working with both print and electronic media, within commercial, artistic, and academic contexts. A high percentage of graduates find work in some aspect of the visual communication industry, specifically in publishing, entertainment, advertising, and corporate communications.
Students may also wish to explore graphic design related careers at http://www.iseek.org/sv/13000.jsp?id=100093.
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Contact
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Michael Fridgen
University of Minnesota Rochester
111 South Broadway
Rochester, MN 55904
Telephone: 507-280-2833 or 1-800-947-0117
E-mail: frid0014@umn.edu
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