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Overview
Graphics Design Fundamentals
Faculty members provide diverse academic and professional expertise, while seven well-equipped graphic design studios enable students to gain experience with technology that is standard in the industry. The curriculum of the Graphic Design program of The University of Akron prepares students for this competitive field by emphasizing critical thinking and logical problem solving.
Advanced students have the opportunity to work with clients, printers, service bureaus and other professionals in the field. The students hone their design skills, business savvy, technical knowledge and teamwork abilities.
Our Faculty
- are practicing artists, designers and scholars
- place a premium on personal attention and excellent advising
- work side-by-side with students to help turn aspirations into accomplishments
Degrees and Preparation
A B.F.A. in Graphic Design paves for a variety of careers as a communicator in the visual arts, including graphic design, Web design, photography, photo editing and illustrating as well as work as a creative director.
Career Outlook
The federal government predicts job opportunities for talented individuals will grow as new careers continue to emerge in the interactive media field.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Introduction to Design
- Typography
- Production
- Introduction to Photography
- Introduction to Commercial Photography
- Digital Imaging
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 71
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 48
Credits
128 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Graphic Design View 449 other Masters in Graphic Design in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 71
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 48
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online Application
- $50 Application Fee
- Official Secondary School Transcripts
- Official Proof of English Proficiency
- Official SAT/ACT (Optional, required only for scholarships and direct admission)
Tuition Fee
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International
15500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 15500 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
National
15500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 15500 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
In-State
11635 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 11635 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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