Location(s): General Education courses are offered at all BC locations. Program specific courses are offered at the Willis Holcombe Center in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Program Entrance Requirements: HS Diploma or GED

Program Description

The Graphic Design Program is designed to prepare students for the rapidly changing computer driven graphic design industry. Primary job titles include Web Designer, Graphic Artist, Publication Designer, Illustrator, Packaging Designer, and Advertising Creative. Visit the Program’s website for additional information.

Notes:

1. The National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) accredits Broward College.
2. The Graphic Design program is located only at the Willis Holcombe Center in Downtown Fort Lauderdale.
3. See General Education course information here.
4. Students are recommended to take MGF1106 FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL REASONING or MGF1107 SURVEY OF MATHEMATICS to fulfill the general education math credit. MGF1106 FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL REASONING and MGF1107 SURVEY OF MATHEMATICS do not require prerequisites. MAC1105C COREQUISITE COLLEGE ALGEBRA is a 5-credit course. Students who register for this course must see an advisor to discuss their academic plan.
5. Completion of the Graphic Design Program will satisfy the College’s Digital Literacy requirement.
6. In addition to class time (4.5 hours for the A.S. Program), students will be expected to put in a total of 9 hours per week to accomplish stated objectives, either as homework or to attend posted lab / studio hours. Sign-in is required.
7. GRA2940C GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP is a restricted course. Students are encouraged to research and apply for an internship in their preferred field, with a legitimate and active organization. To enroll, the internship site must be approved by the Program Manager.

In accordance with Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code, students may need to satisfy the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement. Visit the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement page at broward.edu/civic-literacy.

Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor to create a personalized educational plan.

Program Highlights

Credit for Prior Learning

Accelerate your path to completion with these options:

• Credit by exam
• Earned industry certifications
• Prior Learning Assessment
• And much more…

Related Industry Certifications

Upon completing this program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the following industry certifications/licenses: N/A

Get an Internship

After completing your first year of coursework make sure to visit Career Services for internship opportunities and helpful tools like virtual job shadow, to help take your career to the next level!

• Get an Internship
• Virtual Job Shadow Tool

Median Wage and Job Growth Outlook

Broward College has Career Coach! It is designed to help you find a good career by providing the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training.

Fund Your Education

This program is Financial Aid eligible. Scholarships may be available. This program is part of the Career Source Broward ITA List

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from this program will:

• Create an example of a complete branding project in their portfolio, including design brief, logo, and three examples of implementation in multimedia.
• Demonstrate illustration skills included in their portfolios, including information graphics, editorial illustrations, and interface design.
• Demonstrate mastery and understanding of UX/UI skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in applying typography skills in design.
• Demonstrate proficiency with understanding concepts and techniques of web design, including principles of user experience and search engine optimization.