Overview

Unleash your creativity and design prowess with Ramapo College of New Jersey's Visual Communication Design BA program, where you'll learn the art of visual storytelling, develop expertise in design principles and digital tools, and prepare for a career in the exciting field of visual communication.

Key Features

Design principles and techniques: Learn the fundamental principles of design, including composition, color theory, typography, and layout, and develop skills in various design techniques such as illustration, branding, user interface design, and motion graphics.
Digital design tools: Gain proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and explore emerging technologies and tools used in visual communication design.
Visual storytelling: Develop the ability to visually communicate ideas, concepts, and narratives through a variety of media formats, including print, digital, interactive, and motion graphics.
User-centered design: Understand user experience (UX) principles and apply them to create visually appealing and user-friendly designs that effectively engage target audiences.
Collaborative projects: Work on real-world design projects, individually or in teams, collaborating with peers and industry professionals to gain practical experience and build a portfolio of design work.
Design ethics and social responsibility: Explore the ethical considerations and social impact of visual communication design, addressing issues such as inclusivity, accessibility, and sustainability.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graphic Design Principles
Typography and Layout Design
Illustration and Visual Narrative
User Interface and User Experience Design
Branding and Identity Design
Motion Graphics and Animation
Web Design and Interactive Media
Capstone Project in Visual Communication Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ramsey, 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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General requirements

Completed application form
High school diploma or equivalent
Transcripts from all previous academic institutions attended
Letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose
Design portfolio showcasing creative work (if applicable)
TOEFL/IELTS scores for international students (if applicable)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29093 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29093 USD / year

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In-State

17616 USD / year

≈ 17616 USD / year

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