SJSU Catalog

Art and Design

BFA - Graphic Design

This program prepares students for intellectually and aesthetically challenging careers in Graphic Design by providing courses that emphasize conceptual thinking and professional practice. The program concentrates on the organization and visual communication of information and includes computer-related and technical information as a supportive part of the curriculum. Passage of two portfolio reviews are required for admission to the program. Successful passage of two Junior and two Senior Reviews are required to advance through the BFAGD program. BFA - Graphic Design students are required to complete a three-unit professional internship as part of their degree requirements.

Course Requirements
General Education Requirements			45
Of the 51 units required by the university, 6 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult major advisor for details.
American Institutions			(6)
Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes.
Physical Education			2
Preparation for the Major			28
ART 001, ART 012, ART 013, ART 014, ART 024 and PHOT 040 (16); ART 026 (3); ARTH 072 (3); ARTH 070A, ARTH 070B or ARTH 070C (3); DSGD 083 (3)
Requirements in the Major			54
Prerequisite for Admission to the Major		9
DSGD 099, DSGD 104 and DSGD 105
Requirements in the Major		27
DSGD 102, DSGD 103A, DSGD 103B, DSGD 106, DSGD 107A, DSGD 107B, DSGD 108, DSGD 186 and DSGN 127 (27)
Upper Division Art History/Design History		6
Upper Division Art/Design/Photo Electives		12
ART 101A, ART 112A, ARTH 190B, ARTH 191A, ARTH 193A, ARTH 193B and PHOT 121
Support for the Major			3
PHOT 112 or PHOT 115
Total Units:			132