<h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Sanford-Brown's Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design program offers coursework in graphic design, drawing, typography, digital photography, digital imaging, and animation. You will have the opportunity to study web design, advertising design, editorial design and content layout, and interactive media. The program will introduce you to project management, client relations, product branding, marketing, and art direction. You will also have the opportunity to complete a research-based capstone project, learn job search and interview skills, and develop a professional portfolio. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you would like to apply to the Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design program, you should be interested in computer illustration, graphic design, and digital media. Potential Sanford-Brown students must live in close proximity to campus locations. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>The Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design program consists of 180 credits. In addition to 116 specialization credits, the program includes 56 general education credits, and 8 core curriculum credits. The program takes approximately 38 months to complete. Online courses may be available; you should contact the campus Online Advocate for availability. </p> <p><u>Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Course Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>DES 100</td><td> Design Fundamentals</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 110</td><td> Drawing</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 120</td><td> Typography I</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 140</td><td> Digital Imaging</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 201</td><td> Graphic Design I</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 202</td><td> Graphic Design II</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 203</td><td> Editorial Design</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 205</td><td> Design 2D/3D</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 220</td><td> Typography II</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 240</td><td> Digital Photography</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 250</td><td> Digital Video I</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 261</td><td> Animation</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 271</td><td> Web Design I</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 281</td><td> Interactive Media I</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 282</td><td> Interactive Media II</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 301</td><td> Advertising Design</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 302</td><td> Display Design</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 305</td><td> Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 310</td><td> Visual Literacy</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 320</td><td> Prepress</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 350</td><td> Digital Video II</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 361</td><td> Environmental Graphics</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 371</td><td> Web Design II</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 381</td><td> Interactive Media III</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 402</td><td> Branding and Identity</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 405</td><td> Principles of Marketing</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 415</td><td> Art Direction and the Business of Design</td></tr> <tr><td>DES 490</td><td> Capstone Course/ Interdisciplinary Studio</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>After successfully completing the Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design program at Sanford-Brown, you should have the skills needed to pursue entry-level positions in graphic design, web design, or digital and interactive media. You could use the portfolio you will develop to demonstrate your creative and technical skills to potential employers. </p> <p>Positions you could seek may include: </p> <ul><li>Graphic artist </li><li>Graphic designer </li><li>Art director </li><li>Web designer </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>As a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design program, you could seek immediate employment, or you could continue your education by pursuing a master's degree. Earning a master's degree can help you to further develop and refine your creative and technical skills. Below are examples of master's programs you may be interested. </p> <ul><li>Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design </li><li>Master of Fine Arts in Digital Media </li><li>Master of Fine Arts in Design and Technology</li></ul>