Program Description
The Graphic Design program at Vermont State University offers career-oriented courses in print production, branding identity, and publication for digital media. Our projects focus on content development, layout & composition, digital imaging, motion graphics, and typographic design.
The program is further supported by a well-rounded education in arts & humanities, fostering creative content through fine arts, writing, and video & animation. Each student is supported in finding and securing an internship experience or designing for not-for-profit organizations in a studio class, and in developing career-ready portfolios to start their professional path.
Students in our program walk away with a strong, diverse portfolio of relevant workplace experience. Classroom work is oriented towards authentic application - solutions designed to go into the real world and serve true purpose. Students in the Graphic Design BA will have constructed a portfolio of design projects that showcase their talents, technical skill, and creative approach. BA students will demonstrate competency in the program outcomes.
Program Outcomes
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Conceptualize and design applied graphic solutions that meet real-world needs and opportunities.
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Explain and use of elements of art and principles of design to create impactful and intelligent design solutions.
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Utilize industry-standard software and viable platforms to present realized design solutions.
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Implement effective workflow and manage output to production in fast-changing, real-world environments.
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Manage and execute effective design solutions, both independently and collaboratively.
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