Art BFA - Graphic Design Concentration Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Art. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BFA in Art - Graphic Design Concentration
120
A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Art with a concentration in graphic design requires 120. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Art - Graphic Design Concentration
72
To complete the major, 72 credits are required. Students pursuing a concentration in graphic design normally begin gaphic design courses during their third year and must submit portfolios containing 10-12 artworks completed during their art courses.
General Education Credits Required for a BFA in Art - Graphic Design Concentration
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ART 0104-101/126¹ Select 1 course from above BFA Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-105 Drawing I BFA Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-190² Intro Art Seminar BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective 1 of 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
¹101 – Fundamentals of 2D design; 126 – 3D Design
²Offered in the spring
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-101/126¹ Select 1 course from above BFA Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-106 Drawing II BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
¹101 – Fundamentals of 2D design; 126 – 3D Design
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
- Join Arts Empowered Adelphi! Explore them here and visit a few of their meetings to see how they give back and heal the community.
- Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the vast opportunties available to you.
- Engage in campus events and programs. Log on to Handshake and start developing your profile. Visit your professors during office hours to ask for help when you are struggling with a concept.
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| AIE 0111-196 Art & The World I BFA Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-241 Introduction to Digital Imaging BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-275 Color: Theory & Practice BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ARH 0111-197 Art & The World II BFA Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-256/257² Select 1 course from above BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Science Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credirs |
²Offered in the spring
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Join the Artivism Club! Explore them here and find your active voice and force towards social change
- Participate in a CORE and Safe Zone Training.
- Participate in mock interviews and attend career workshops. Attend a conference. Start writing your resume.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 0104-301 Comp Graphic Applications I Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-330 Graphic Design I Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| ARH 0111-266/392⁴ Select 1 course BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Oral General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
⁴266 – History of Photography; 392 – History Graphic Design. Both courses are offered in the spring.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 0104-329 Comp Graphic Applications II Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-430 Graphic Design II Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| Studio Electives Select 1 course BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Studio Electives Select 1 course BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Science Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
- Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
- Join an honorary society in an area of interest. From transfer societies, service societies, and more, there is a place to ecognize your great achievements!
- Get involved! Join the Artivism Club. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni!
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 0104-437 Advertising Design I BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| ARH 0111-252 Modern Art BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-433 Senior Project Graphic Design Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| Studio Electives Select 1 course BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 0104-438 Advertising Design II BFA Art Requirement t |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-434 Senior Promo Material (Capstone) BFA Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-492 Internship BFA Art Requirement |
2-6 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 11-17 credits |
- If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
- Attend the Spring Concert! Celebrate the end of your spring semester with our featured artist!
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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