Overview

California State University, Dominguez Hills's Design BA program is designed to cultivate students' artistic abilities and develop their skills in visual communication and design thinking. Through this program, students will gain hands-on experience in various design disciplines and develop a strong portfolio of work.

Key Features

Core coursework covering design theory, typography, layout, and digital media
Hands-on projects and assignments to develop practical design skills
Exploration of various design disciplines, including graphic design, web design, and branding
Integration of traditional and digital design tools and techniques
Preparation for careers in advertising, marketing, digital media, and visual communication

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design Fundamentals
Typography and Layout
Graphic Design
Web Design
Branding and Identity
Digital Illustration
Portfolio Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Carson, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completed application form
Portfolio submission showcasing examples of design work (requirements may vary)
Personal statement or essay
Letters of recommendation
English language proficiency (for non-native English speakers)
SAT or ACT scores (optional, not required)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

6937 USD / year

≈ 6937 USD / year
Out-of-State

6937 USD / year

≈ 6937 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year

Additional Details

Nonresident tuition (in addition to basic tuition and other systemwide fees charged all students) for all CSUs: $420 Charge Per Unit - Per Semester

Living costs

Carson

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

Carson

Funding

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