Graphic Design - Minor
This minor is designed to provide students with a general understanding of typography, the use of image and color, layout, relevant software skills, and the language of graphic design.
The Graphic Design minor equips students with essential creative and technical skills for visual communication across media. The program requires students to comprehend and practice design fundamentals, including typography, layout, color and hierarchy. Through hands-on studio courses, students gain proficiency in digital and print design, branding and interactive media.
The program also offers students introductory exposure to graphic design methods, including both historical and modern approaches. Course options include specialized classes such as typography, motion graphics and the history of graphic design. Students learn industry-standard software and problem-solving approaches, preparing them for dynamic careers. This minor is ideal for students seeking to complement their major with versatile design expertise and engage in collaborative creative projects.
The student's home school or college may grant, with agreement from the College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts, transfer credit of no more than six credit hours. Transfer credit will not be accepted for any 300- or 400-level courses. Per university guidelines, the student's home school/college/department is responsible for advising students pursuing the Graphic Design minor.
Enrollment/Eligibility Criteria
Students must have an overall GPA of 3.25 or higher, have completed fewer than 70 credit hours and submit a 10-piece portfolio to be considered for the program
Application Process
Students seeking to declare the minor must complete an application. Application information is available on the Graphic Design Minor website.