Visual Communication — study plan
Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) College of Arts & Sciences
- Credit hours
- 120
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 40
- Degree
- bachelor
The Visual Communication study plan at Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 120 credit hours across 40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL100 | Academic English I | 3 |
| HFA | Humanities/Fine Arts Offering Elective | 3 |
| IL | Information Literacy Offering Elective | 3 |
| LNS | Life/Natural Sciences Offering Elective | 3 |
| AH | Arab Heritage Offering Elective | 3 |
| ENGL110 | English Composition I | 3 |
| MCM-COMM | Communication Offering Elective | 3 |
| SS | Social Sciences Offering Elective | 3 |
| HFA2 | Humanities/Fine Arts Offering Elective | 3 |
| MCM103 | Introduction to Mass Communication | 3 |
Year 2 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL112 | English Composition II | 3 |
| MATH120 | Data Analysis I with Software | 3 |
| SS2 | Social Sciences Offering Elective | 3 |
| MCM105 | Communication Layout & Design | 3 |
| MCM206 | Intro to Writing for Mass Media | 3 |
| LNS2 | Math or Life/Natural Science Offering Elective | 3 |
| MCM251 | Introduction to Visual Communication | 3 |
| MCM211 | Photography | 3 |
| MCM-ME1 | MCM Major Elective (MCM 200/300/400) Elective | 3 |
| MN1 | Minor Requirement / Free Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 3 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH122 | Data Analysis II with Software | 3 |
| MCM245 | Typography | 3 |
| MCM252 | Graphic Design | 3 |
| MCM253 | Visual Culture | 3 |
| MCM-ME2 | MCM Major Elective (MCM 200/300/400) Elective | 3 |
| MCM412 | Communication Theory | 3 |
| MCM306 | Promotion Design | 3 |
| MCM352 | Web Design | 3 |
| MCM-ME3 | MCM Major Elective (MCM 200/300/400) Elective | 3 |
| MN2 | Minor Requirement / Free Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 4 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MCM411 | Media Law & Ethics | 3 |
| MCM353 | Motion Graphics | 3 |
| MCM-ME4 | MCM Major Elective (MCM 200/300/400) Elective | 3 |
| MCM-ME5 | MCM Major Elective (MCM 200/300/400) Elective | 3 |
| MN3 | Minor Requirement / Free Elective Elective | 3 |
| MCM455 | Internship | 3 |
| MCM413 | Research Methods in Mass Communication | 3 |
| MCM-ME6 | MCM Major Elective (MCM 200/300/400) Elective | 3 |
| MN4 | Minor Requirement / Free Elective Elective | 3 |
| MN5 | Minor Requirement / Free Elective Elective | 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 Visual Communication
How many credit hours is Visual Communication at Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST)?
Visual Communication at Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) requires completing 120 credit hours to graduate, spread across 40 courses.
How many years is Visual Communication at Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST)?
The study plan for Visual Communication spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Visual Communication award?
Visual Communication at Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 120 credit hours.
Is Visual Communication offered at other universities?
Yes, Visual Communication is offered at at least 2 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.