The School of the Arts Fairleigh Dickinson University Graphic Design Curriculum 2020-2021
The Illustration Concentration allows students to focus on developing
a personal style while practicing their craft. Imagination and experimentation
are encouraged, as students learn techniques in traditional and digital media.
BA in Graphic Design Illustration Concentration
6 credits from the major may be applied towards Gen Ed.
45 credits plus 9 cognate credits
Major Required Courses
CGD 1212 Intro to Graphic Design
CGD 1313 Creative Imagery with Photoshop
CGD 1314 Illustrator Graphics and Design
CGD 1552 The Digital Children’s Book
CGDH 2020 History of Graphic Design
CGD 2212 Typography 1
CGD 2213 Visual Principles in Design
CGD 2370 Print Layout
CGD 3300 Illustration: Special Topics
CGD 3351 Illustration Design
CGD 4420 Thesis
CGD 4500 Portfolio Preparation
Illustration Concentration Electives
Choose three courses (9 credits) from other CGD and/or CGDH courses
not listed as required. Check with your adviser as to the availability as
elective courses will vary by semester. NOTE: Six credits in Internship
Experience may be used to fulfill Major Elective requirements.
Required Cognate Requirements (9 credits)
ART 1201 Drawing 1
SOAC 4005 Professional Practices: Graphic Design
Any ANIM, ART, ARTH, or SOAC
Recommended: ART 3350
The Print Design Concentration places a strong
emphasis on concept development, technical skills,
and aesthetics, in problem-solving.
BA in Graphic Design Print Design Concentration
6 credits from the major may be applied towards Gen Ed.
45 credits plus 9 cognate credits
Major Required Courses
CGD 1212 Intro to Graphic Design
CGD 1313 Creative Imagery with Photoshop
CGD 1314 Illustrator Graphics and Design
CGDH 2020 History of Graphic Design
CGD 2212 Typography 1
CGD 2213 Visual Principles in Design
CGD 2370 Print Layout
CGD 3215 Editorial Design
CGD 3352 Typography 2
CGD 3355 Package Design
CGD 4420 Thesis
CGD 4500 Portfolio Preparation
Print Design Concentration Electives
Choose three courses (9 credits) from other CGD and/or CGDH courses
not listed as required. Check with your adviser as to the availability as
elective courses will vary by semester. NOTE: Six credits in Internship
Experience may be used to fulfill Major Elective requirements.
Required Cognate Requirements (9 credits)
ART 1201 Drawing 1
SOAC 4005 Professional Practices: Graphic Design
Any ANIM, ART, ARTH, or SOAC
The Web Design Concentration blends technical skill
with design expertise, preparing students for a variety
of careers in the interactive industry.
BA in Graphic Design Web Design Concentration
6 credits from the major may be applied towards Gen Ed.
45 credits plus 9 cognate credits
Major Required Courses
CGD 1212 Intro to Graphic Design
CGD 1313 Creative Imagery with Photoshop
CGD 1314 Illustrator Graphics and Design
CGDH 2020 History of Graphic Design
CGD 2212 Typography 1
CGD 2213 Visual Principles in Design
CGD 3369 Motion on the Web
CGD 3303 Web Design 1
CGD 3315 WordPress
CGD 3377 Web Design 2
CGD 4420 Thesis
CGD 4500 Portfolio Preparation
Web Design Concentration Electives
Choose three courses (9 credits) from other CGD and/or CGDH courses
not listed as required. Check with your adviser as to the availability as
elective courses will vary by semester. NOTE: Six credits in Internship
Experience may be used to fulfill Major Elective requirements.
Required Cognate Requirements (9 credits)
ART 1201 Drawing 1
SOAC 4005 Professional Practices: Graphic Design
Any ANIM, ART, ARTH, or SOAC
The Illustration Concentration allows students to focus on developing
a personal style while practicing their craft. Imagination and experimentation
are encouraged, as students learn techniques in traditional and digital media.
BA in Graphic Design Illustration Concentration
6 credits from the major may be applied towards Gen Ed.
45 credits plus 9 cognate credits
Major Required Courses
CGD 1212 Intro to Graphic Design
CGD 1313 Creative Imagery with Photoshop
CGD 1314 Illustrator Graphics and Design
CGD 1552 The Digital Children’s Book
CGDH 2020 History of Graphic Design
CGD 2212 Typography 1
CGD 2213 Visual Principles in Design
CGD 2370 Print Layout
CGD 3300 Illustration: Special Topics
CGD 3351 Illustration Design
CGD 4420 Thesis
CGD 4500 Portfolio Preparation
Illustration Concentration Electives
Choose three courses (9 credits) from other CGD and/or CGDH courses
not listed as required. Check with your adviser as to the availability as
elective courses will vary by semester. NOTE: Six credits in Internship
Experience may be used to fulfill Major Elective requirements.
Required Cognate Requirements (9 credits)
ART 1201 Drawing 1
SOAC 4005 Professional Practices: Graphic Design
Any ANIM, ART, ARTH, or SOAC
Recommended: ART 3350
The Print Design Concentration places a strong
emphasis on concept development, technical skills,
and aesthetics, in problem-solving.
BA in Graphic Design Print Design Concentration
6 credits from the major may be applied towards Gen Ed.
45 credits plus 9 cognate credits
Major Required Courses
CGD 1212 Intro to Graphic Design
CGD 1313 Creative Imagery with Photoshop
CGD 1314 Illustrator Graphics and Design
CGDH 2020 History of Graphic Design
CGD 2212 Typography 1
CGD 2213 Visual Principles in Design
CGD 2370 Print Layout
CGD 3215 Editorial Design
CGD 3352 Typography 2
CGD 3355 Package Design
CGD 4420 Thesis
CGD 4500 Portfolio Preparation
Print Design Concentration Electives
Choose three courses (9 credits) from other CGD and/or CGDH courses
not listed as required. Check with your adviser as to the availability as
elective courses will vary by semester. NOTE: Six credits in Internship
Experience may be used to fulfill Major Elective requirements.
Required Cognate Requirements (9 credits)
ART 1201 Drawing 1
SOAC 4005 Professional Practices: Graphic Design
Any ANIM, ART, ARTH, or SOAC
The Web Design Concentration blends technical skill
with design expertise, preparing students for a variety
of careers in the interactive industry.
BA in Graphic Design Web Design Concentration
6 credits from the major may be applied towards Gen Ed.
45 credits plus 9 cognate credits
Major Required Courses
CGD 1212 Intro to Graphic Design
CGD 1313 Creative Imagery with Photoshop
CGD 1314 Illustrator Graphics and Design
CGDH 2020 History of Graphic Design
CGD 2212 Typography 1
CGD 2213 Visual Principles in Design
CGD 3369 Motion on the Web
CGD 3303 Web Design 1
CGD 3315 WordPress
CGD 3377 Web Design 2
CGD 4420 Thesis
CGD 4500 Portfolio Preparation
Web Design Concentration Electives
Choose three courses (9 credits) from other CGD and/or CGDH courses
not listed as required. Check with your adviser as to the availability as
elective courses will vary by semester. NOTE: Six credits in Internship
Experience may be used to fulfill Major Elective requirements.
Required Cognate Requirements (9 credits)
ART 1201 Drawing 1
SOAC 4005 Professional Practices: Graphic Design
Any ANIM, ART, ARTH, or SOAC