Bachelor of Art (Graphic Design Track)

Moravian University’s graphic and interactive design track in the art major is committed to creative and critical thinking and is designed for students interested in careers in the field of design, including graphic, publication, interactive, marketing, or branding design, or as preparation for graduate study.

Program Highlights

Facilities: Moravian has two state-of-the-art computer labs equipped for graphic and interactive design and media, including digital photography and video. Both labs have Mac computers with the full Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator installed.

Field Trips: Once a semester, art students travel to New York City to visit museums and galleries. Art Club also takes special trips to museums and galleries locally and throughout the region, including New York, Baltimore, and Washington, DC.

Internships: Internships and externships provide wonderful opportunities for students to have real-world experiences in the visual arts. Moravian students have interned at ArtsQuest, Crayola, HBO, Michael Kors, Olympus, and more! An internship is required during your senior year in order to complete your graphic design curriculum.

Research: Students in all areas of study are encouraged to participate in research and explore their passions at Moravian. Opportunities include the Honors Program, InFocus, and Student Opportunities for Academic Research (SOAR).

Study Abroad: Sophomore year is the perfect time for a study abroad opportunity, or, as we like to call it, a “Global Greyhound Trip.” The Elevate experience includes a faculty-led trip to one of our featured destinations—the Czech Republic or Costa Rica—at no extra cost to students!

Bachelor of Arts

Provides the opportunity for additional study in other disciplines, including minors or double majors.

Year 1

• ART 131: Intro to Graphic Design
• ART 142: Visual Foundations
• ART 170: Drawing 1

Year 2

• ART 113: Art History Survey: Caves to Cathedrals
• ART 180: Painting 1
• ART 230: Typography
• ART 231: Publication Design
• ART 268: Digital Photography 1

Year 3

• ART 229: WI: Modern Art
• ART 346: Interactive Design 1

Year 4

• ART 331: Graphic & Interactive Design Practice
• ART 373: Graphic & Interactive Design
• Internship
• ART 374: Portfolio Seminar

Electives

• Digital Video 1, 2, 3
• Digital Photography 2, 3
• Interactive Design 2 (recommended)
• UX-UI (User Experience–User Interface)
• Graphic Design History (recommended)

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Provides a more intensive design experience with more required art/design courses.

Year 1

• ART 131: Intro to Graphic Design
• ART 142: Visual Foundations
• ART 170: Drawing 1
• ART 180: Painting 1

Year 2

• ART 113: Art History Survey: Caves to Cathedrals
• ART 230: Typography
• ART 231: Publication Design
• ART 236: Graphic Design History
• ART 268: Digital Photography 1

Year 3

• ART 229: WI: Modern Art
• ART 346: Interactive Design 1
• ART 356: Interactive Design 2
• ART 358: UX-UI (User Experience–User Interface)

Year 4

• ART 331: Graphic & Interactive Design Practice
• ART 373: Graphic & Interactive Design
• Internship
• ART 374: Portfolio Seminar
• ART 378: Graphic & Interactive Design Thesis

Electives

• Digital Video 1, 2, 3
• Digital Photography 2, 3

Your journey toward becoming a professional artist begins now! With a degree from Moravian University, you can explore such careers as:

• Graphic Designer
• Web Designer
• Social Media Manager
• App Designer
• Product Designer
• Exhibition Designer
• Creative Director