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The Master of Arts in Visual Communication Design is recommended for students with undergraduate degrees in design or related fields wishing to advance their studio skills in print design, illustration, web design, 3-D design, motion graphics, interactive design, corporate identity, information architecture, interaction design or information graphics. The program offers individualized plans of study, experiential learning, design history and research. Interdisciplinary study is encouraged. Admission Requirements
Official transcript(s), three letters of recommendation, TOEFL for international students, goal statement, resume, autobiographical statement and portfolio. Applications must meet the following expectations:
Students with an interest in a program for which they are not qualified are admitted into the communication and information general category until requirements are met. Graduation Requirements
The Master of Arts degree program requires the successful completion of 32 semester hours of graduate credit including a thesis. Students may choose the option of 25 studio hours and an M.A. project instead of the thesis. Thesis/ Dissertation
The thesis is mandatory for M.F.A. candidates. M.A. candidates may choose to complete either a 6-credit-hour M.A. thesis or a 4-credit-hour M.A. project with an additional 2 credit hours of coursework in the major. The thesis is a significant project or body of work done independently of other coursework. Students are expected to demonstrate the ability to conduct research or produce an original project in a discriminating and disciplined manner. The thesis topic should be one that will further the student’s knowledge and ability in the specialty by demonstrating skill as a researcher or professional designer/illustrator. The outcome should be an effort that serves as a foundation for the pursuit of independent work when the graduate program is completed. At this stage, students are expected to work in close consultation with their thesis advisor. Candidacy
Successful completion of the Candidacy Review Examination VCD 60009 is a requirement in every School of Visual Communication Design graduate program for both M.A. and M.F.A. students after the first semester or 12 hours of course completion. Successful completion of the examination designates the student as a candidate for the degree. Accreditation
Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, NASAD Student Organizations
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