Graphic Design (Visual Communication) — study plan
American University in Dubai School of Architecture, Art and Design
- Credit hours
- 120
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 41
- Degree
- bachelor
The Graphic Design (Visual Communication) study plan at American University in Dubai is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 120 credit hours across 41 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| PSPK101 | Public Speaking in Multicultural Contexts | 3 |
| UNIV100 | The University Experience | 0 |
| VCCC100 | Introduction to Visual Communication | 3 |
| VCCC101 | Basic Principles of 2D Design | 3 |
| VCCC104 | Freehand Drawing I | 3 |
| COMP101 | IT and Innovation in Today's World | 3 |
| ENGL102 | Advanced Composition and Research | 3 |
| MATH101 | Mathematics for the Arts | 3 |
| VCCC102 | Basic Principles of 3D Design | 3 |
| VCCC105 | Computer Graphics I | 3 |
Year 2 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS200 | History of Art I | 3 |
| ENGL103 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| VCCC204 | Freehand Drawing II | 3 |
| VCCC205 | Computer Graphics II | 3 |
| VCGD251 | Typography I | 3 |
| ARTS201 | History of Art II | 3 |
| VCGD256 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| VCGD300 | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| VCGD351 | Typography II | 3 |
| WLDC201 | Cultural Encounters and Historical Transformations | 3 |
Year 3 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOCI201 | Introduction to Sociology Elective | 3 |
| VCGD360 | Arabic Typography Elective | 3 |
| VCGD353 | Production Design | 3 |
| VCGD356 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| VCGD451 | Typography III | 3 |
| ARTS202 | History of Art III | 3 |
| SCIE201 | Life Sciences for Today | 3 |
| VCGD361 | Book Design Elective | 3 |
| VCDM201 | Fundamentals of Web Design | 3 |
| VCGD456 | Graphic Design III | 3 |
Year 4 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHIL201 | Introduction to Philosophy/Logic | 3 |
| VCGD362 | Package Design Elective | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
| MEST329 | Islamic Art and Architecture | 3 |
| VCCC480 | Senior Project | 3 |
| VCDM250 | Motion Graphics I Elective | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
| HUMN398 | The Core Experience | 3 |
| VCCC485 | Business Practices and Final Portfolio | 3 |
| VCCC490 | Visual Communication Internship | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Graphic Design (Visual Communication)
How many credit hours is Graphic Design (Visual Communication) at American University in Dubai?
Graphic Design (Visual Communication) at American University in Dubai requires completing 120 credit hours to graduate, spread across 41 courses.
How many years is Graphic Design (Visual Communication) at American University in Dubai?
The study plan for Graphic Design (Visual Communication) spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Graphic Design (Visual Communication) award?
Graphic Design (Visual Communication) at American University in Dubai awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 120 credit hours.
Is Graphic Design (Visual Communication) offered at other universities?
Yes, Graphic Design (Visual Communication) is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.