BFA in Communication Design

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Communication Design focuses on addressing visual communication challenges through research-driven, strategic, and collaborative processes. The field integrates inquiry, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving to develop design solutions that inform audiences, enhance user experiences, and strengthen brand or organizational objectives. 

What Sets Our Program Apart

Key strengths and unique opportunities that make the Communication Design curriculum a standout choice for students:

  • Equips students with creative problem-solving skills, strong design principles, and technological proficiency, while guiding them in developing career-ready portfolios for success in an evolving design industry.
  • Provides personalized instruction in small, collaborative studio classes led by experienced, practicing design faculty.
  • Prepares graduates for successful careers across diverse sectors — from design studios and advertising agencies to in-house creative teams within businesses and organizations.

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Careers in Communication Design

Traditional Design Roles

  • Graphic Designer
  • Art Director
  • Creative Director
  • Production Artist
  • Package Designer
  • Brand Identity Designer
  • Editorial Designer
  • Logo Designer
  • Typography Specialist

Digital Design

  • UI (User Interface) Designer
  • UX (User Experience) Designer
  • Web Designer
  • Motion Graphics Designer
  • Digital Product Designer
  • Email Designer
  • App Designer
  • Game Graphics Designer
  • Virtual Reality Designer

Marketing and Advertising

  • Marketing Designer
  • Advertising Designer
  • Social Media Designer
  • Content Creator

Multimedia

  • Illustrator
  • Video Editor
  • Multimedia Artist

Environmental and Experiential Design

  • Environmental Graphic Designer
  • Exhibition Designer
  • Retail Designer
  • Experiential Designer

Specialized Fields

  • Information Designer
  • Presentation Designer
  • Book Designer
  • Packaging Designer
  • Textile Designer

Entrepreneurial Paths

  • Freelance Designer
  • Design Agency/Studio Owner
  • Design Consultant

Education and Research

  • Design Educator
  • Design Researcher
  • Design Writer

Adjacent Careers

  • Front-End Developer
  • Content Strategist
  • Digital Marketer
  • Project Manager
  • Print Production Manager
  • Design Recruiter

Communication Design Coordinator