Graphic Design Minor

Visual communication is vital in the world today. The Graphic Design minor is a cross-disciplinary minor including the Art, Communications and Media Studies, and Marketing departments. Graphic design students develop skills in visual organization, information hierarchy, branding, and typography. They develop an understanding of principles of color and composition and analysis and idea generation using industry standard graphics software. Students also learn about problem solving and the role of design in society. The graphic design program at Saint Joseph’s also assists students secure internships that help secure employment after graduation.

Goal 1: To develop a visual awareness through analysis and creative work

Outcome 1.1: Students will be able to distinguish the design components.

Outcome 1.2: Students will be able to discuss the context of their design work.

Goal 2: To manifest their visual awareness in their own work

Outcome 2.1: Students will be able to produce a design portfolio.

Outcome 2.2: Discuss how their design work fits into a contemporary and historical context.

Students must take the four foundation courses plus any two elective courses.

Foundation Courses:
COM 372Intro to Web Design3
GDS 190Fundamentals of Graphic Design3
GDS 290Typography I3
GDS 390Commercial Design3
Elective Courses:6
Digital Photography I
Image Manipulation: Photoshop
Commercial Photography
Experimental Digital Photo
History of Graphic Design
Typography II
Editorial Design
Visual Identity and Branding
Visual Design I
Media and Community Engagement
Non-Profit Communications
Special Topics/ Com&Digi Media
Food Marketing Communication
International Food Marketing
Principles of Marketing
Integrated Mktg Communications
Consumer & Buyer Behavior
MKT Communications
Advertising
Entertainment Marketing
Sports Marketing
Total Hours18