Visual Media is a wide-ranging field encompassing written word, imaging, and creative design. The Bachelor of Arts in Visual Media prepares students for exciting careers in graphic design, and photography. Teaching methodologies include artistic and graphic theory, hands on assignments, and practical experiences.
Students may earn this BA degree in one of two concentrations: Communication Arts or Public Relations.
Required General Education Selections:
Students must select the following Humanities and Arts Elective: AR 217. Students must make a minimum grade of C in AR 217 Art Appreciation, EN 111/EN111Lab-EN 112 Freshman Composition, and CO 201 Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Each course taken by the student may be applied to one program: general education, major, minor or free electives.
Students who complete the concentration in Photography will be proficient in the following student learning outcomes:
- Integrate principles of aesthetics in visual design concepts.
- Exhibit application of digital photography.
- Develop a professional body of work.
- Exhibit application of studio photography techniques.
- Develop original creative image productions.
- Use image-filling software effectively.
Core Requirements
Concentration Requirements
Minor Required
Required General Education Selections
Humanities and Arts Elective
Students must make a minimum grade of C in AR 217 Art Appreciation, EN 111/EN111Lab-EN 112 Freshman Composition, and CO 201 Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Each course taken by the student may be applied to one program: general education, major, minor or free electives.