As a graphic and interactive design major, you will research, evaluate, create, design and produce professional-level materials for a variety of print, digital and interactive projects. You will learn the aesthetics and design principles first, in order to master a project from beginning to end.
The B.F.A. in graphic and interactive design includes classes in graphic design thinking, history, interactive graphic design, typography, branding and corporate identity, among other major electives.
Beginning freshman year, students will bring visual ideas and concepts to life using industry-standard hardware, software and tools. Additionally, students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with non-profit partners through Wood Street Communications, the graphic design club and Advertising Federation of America, as well as The Globe and other student media.
Career Options
With a B.F.A. in graphic and interactive design, you will have the option to work for a variety of industries, including:
Design Firms
Advertising Agencies
Printing Companies
Web Design Companies
TV Stations
Sports and Entertainment Organizations
Publishing Companies
Non-Profit Organizations
Graduates have gone on to pursue various career opportunities, such as:
Graphic Designer
Creative Director
Art Director
UX/UI Designer
Production Artist
Multimedia Designer
Web Designer
Printing Supervisor
Production Designer
Animator
Marketing Specialist
Product Developer
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to: 1. Research, create, design, and produce materials for a variety of graphic and interactive design projects. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of design principles, aesthetics, and composition. 3. Apply ethical and legal principles to design, production, and implementation. 4. Demonstrate the ability to customize design projects for a variety of audiences and messages. 5. Demonstrate the ability to use industry-standard hardware, software, and tools to create professional quality projects for a variety of print and digital platforms. 6. Design and produce professional-level visual communication design projects. 7. Create a professional-level portfolio of graphic and interactive design work.
January 2025
School of Communication
201 Wood Street,
PITTSBURGH,
Pennsylvania,
15222, United States
Applicants must have completed secondary (high school) schooling or have university or college credits from a university outside of the U.S. Proof of English proficiency: Duolingo English Test:105 plus, Academic IELTS 6.0 plus; TOEFL 61 plus.