Design, BA, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Design
Sample Plan for New Students
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated proficiency - Credits in Major: 60
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
Resources for Success
- Use MySeattleU to plan courses.
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Sign up for academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for further guidance.
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | AVCS 1100/ARTD 1000 Design & Color |
UCOR Module I (5) | ARTD 2710 Digital Imaging (5) |
| Course 2 | AVCS 1300 Foundation 1 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) |
| Course 3 | Language 1150 (5) | Language 1250* (5) | Language 1350* (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Get Involved
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ARTD 2700 Typography* (5) | ARTD 2720 (2750) Layout Basics * (5) | HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310 (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1300/ Drawing I (5) OR ARTD 2730 (2910) Digital Illustration |
Major Elective (5) | Major Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Plan for Study Abroad
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ARTD 3700 Graphic Design I* (5) | ARTD 4700 Graphic Design II* (5) | ART 4850 Contemporary Practices and Portfolio* (5) |
| Course 2 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | AVCS 3830 History of Design (5) Or Major Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module III* | ARTD 3750 Web Design* (5) | ARTD 4770 UI/UX Design (5) |
| Course 2 | AVCS 3700–3800 | General Elective (5) | AVCS 3830 History of Design (5) Or Major Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module III* (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning