Graphic Communications Program
Our Graphic Communications program teaches students to craft visually compelling content that bridges the gap between traditional print media and the digital landscape.
Emphases
Graphic Design
Photography & Videography
UX / UI & Web Design
Print Media & Packaging Design
Why Choose Pitt State Graphic Communications Program?
Pittsburg State University’s Graphic Communications program is one of the top twelve programs of its kind in the nation. In 2018, it earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Collegiate Graphic Communications, Inc.
The department consists of industry-trained professors who tailor the curriculum to the students’ needs in four unique emphasis areas.
OUR EMPHASES
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Graphic Design
The Graphic Design emphases will teach professional skills that allow students to plan and execute visual communication. This emphases will teach students every process from design to production
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Graphic Design
The Graphic Design emphasis will teach professional skills that allow students to plan and execute visual communication. This emphasis will teach students every process from design to production
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Photography & Videography
Using cutting-edge tools, this emphasis expands creative capabilities. Students will learn to conceptualize and execute multimedia projects.
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UX/UI Design
Craft engaging web experiences with interactive elements, ensuring accessibility for all audiences. Students master design platforms, programming, and coding.
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UX/UI Design
The UX/UI Web Design emphasis teaches students to create engaging and usable web experiences with interactive elements, ensuring accessibility for all audiences.
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Print Media and Packaging Design
The Print Media and Packaging Design emphasis allows students to create visually compelling and reader-friendly publications and packing designs.
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Bachelor of Science and Technology (B.S.T.)
The Bachelor of Science and Technology Degree (B.S.T.) in Graphic Communications is a 120-credit degree that can be completed in four years of full-time study. Graphic communications include the following areas of emphasis: Digital Media, Graphic Design, Graphics Management, Print Media, Packaging Graphics, or Web/Interactive Media to help them specialize for their career path.
Minor
Students may select a minor in Graphic Design, Photography and Videography, Print Media & Packaging Design, or UX/UI & Web Design. Other majors closely allied to the graphics industry that might benefit from a graphics minor include business, marketing, art, communications, interior design, and technology education. The program consists of 21 credit hours.
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.)
The Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree in Technology offers a streamlined two-year completion path for individuals holding an accredited Associates of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Digital & print media encompasses the creation and storage of digital content, along with the essential skills of proper layout and formatting for printing purposes. This program is tailored to empower transfer students with an AAS background, providing them with rapid development in organizational and leadership skills. Graduates are well-prepared to assume managerial or supervisory roles in their chosen field.
Master
The Department of Technology and Workforce Learning offers a Master of Science degree with a major in Technology. Within the program, students may choose to have no emphasis or may select from nine emphasis areas. This program provides advanced instruction in technical, scientific, managerial and supervisory areas for those working in technical and management positions in business and industry. The program consists of 30-33 credit hours.
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Before You Leave, Get to Know Our Instructors
Christel Benson
Graphic Design
Traci Hughes
Print Media & Package Design
Rion Huffman
Photography & Videography
Jason Reid
UX / UI & Web Design