Art - Design 2100 Transfer, Graphic Design/Visual Communication Emphasis A.S.

A Two-Year Program Leading to the A.S. Degree

Graphic Design is a specific field in which a “graphic designer” employs image and type to organize visual elements and text effectively and clearly using a concept. Visual Communication is a more general field in which a “designer” uses letterform and visual elements, such as color and shape, to communicate visually and verbally a specific message. A “graphic artist” then mechanically reproduces the art made by design artists for mass printing. The intent of this visual arts program is to function as the first two foundation years of a four- or five-year “design” curricula at another institution after completing the A.S. degree requirements. This program may be used as the basis for many design specific fields, such as commercial art, computer graphics, web design, product design, display design, surface design, and corporate identity design. Continuation toward an advanced degree such as a B.F.A. or M.F.A., highly enhances one’s career opportunities in design. Vincennes University is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.