Overview
This Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Visual Communication Design at Kent State University leads to a professional degree and focuses on intensive work in the visual arts. The BFA degree consists of approximately two-thirds of the coursework in the creation and study of the visual arts, with the remainder in liberal/general studies. Because of the greater emphasis on upper-level studio courses, the BFA degree allows students an opportunity to build greater expertise in a given area of the field. The BFA degree program is for students planning to pursue a career in visual communication design and want to leave Kent State with a strong portfolio.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ethics (and legal issues) closely associated with fields of visual communication.
- Demonstrate an understanding of traditional hands-on skills relative to craftsmanship. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the basic use of digital technologies as they relate to their areas of study.
- Demonstrate an ability to create visual response to communication problems, including understanding of hierarchy, typography, aesthetics, composition and construction of meaningful images.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Design/illustration techniques
- Typography
- Graphic design
- Graphic design
- Visual ethics
- 3D graphic design
- Motion design
- Professional portfolio BFA design
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Design Visual Arts View 2560 other Bachelors in Visual Arts in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A copy of your Passport Biographical Page.
- English Language Proficiency scores
- Secondary School Graduation Certificate/Diploma/Attending Certificate (Certified English translation and original language).
- Secondary School Transcripts/detailed mark sheets (Certified English translation and original language).
Tuition Fee
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International
20799 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20799 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
20799 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20799 USD per year during 48 months. -
In-State
11923 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11923 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Kent
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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