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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication (BFA): Specialization in Web Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication (BFA): Specialization in Web Design
This Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree program with a specialization in Web Design gives students the opportunity to understand the basic principles of web design and how to plan and develop well-designed websites that combine effective navigation techniques with the creative use of graphics, sound and typography. Courses are structured to assist students in the development of their goals as they acquire the knowledge and skills common to professional web designers and developers.
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With the rapid expansion of the Internet, the web now plays an integral role in the operation of modern business. From commerce to communication, entertainment to manufacturing and practically every industry in between, companies now rely on their websites for day-to-day business operations.
The goal of the BFA with a specialization in Web Design is to prepare students with the industry-current knowledge and skills in the design, development and maintenance of websites and their servers.
In this industry-focused curriculum, students can learn how to apply graphic design techniques to develop effective, aesthetically pleasing and useful websites.
The AIU BFA with a specialization in Web Design gives students the opportunity to learn the principles, practical applications and methodologies used in completing competent and creative design solutions. In this curriculum, students can learn how to:
- Ability to visually communicate complex concepts and information, developing designs through creative research, experiment, development, testing and evaluation.
- Ability to apply effective critical analysis throughout a design brief, from concept to completion, evolving solutions relevant to context and audience.
- Knowledge of the tools and technologies used in the web design industry, and of their relevant application – including drawing, photography, digital design applications, current web technologies, time-based interactive media.
- An understanding of a breadth of cultural. Aesthetic, historical, ethical, and theoretical issues relevant to graphic design.
- An understanding of current business environment and practice in the field of web design, including experience of project management and team work.
- and many more industry-related skills.
In addition to the general education requirements, this BFA with a specialization in Web Design includes the following courses that are taught by instructors, many of whom have relevant career experience in web design. The experiences and firsthand perspectives they share in class can help prepare you for real-life challenges after you graduate.
CORE COURSES
- Design Principles
- Fundamentals of Color
- Computer Design I
- Drawing Concepts
- Typography Design I
- Portfolio and Career Concepts
- Graphic Design I
- Web Design I
- Creative Research
- Senior Design Presentation I
- Senior Design Presentation II
- Portfolio Presentation I
- Portfolio Presentation II
SPECIALIZATION COURSES
- Business Practices and Project Management
- Computer Design II
- Web Design II
- Internet as an Art Medium
- Web Design III
- Mobile Technology Design
- Experimental Animation
- Multimedia for Web Design
- Web Application
- Web Application II
- Advanced Multimedia Web Design
- Web Design Project
For a full list of courses for this degree program, please see the AIU catalog.
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This program is available at the following AIU campuses:
Degree programs and availability vary by campus.