Graphic Design Certificate (Undergraduate)

• Brookings Main Campus

The difference is design.

Graphic Design is all around us through visual communication and advertising. Graphic Design is a profession that evolves with advances in digital technology and online mediums. Designers learn how to think creatively, communicate visually, and enable positive user experiences through problem-solving. Students work with industry standard graphic design tools and apply them in all graphic design studio projects. The certificate in graphic design is a stand-alone program and may be taken by any student regardless of major, or may be selected by a variety of majors as part of their degree. The Graphic Design certificate teaches students the basics of design principles and technical skills. This certificate prepares students for entry-level career opportunities in the graphic design studios, advertising agencies, interaction design agencies, and in-house designer positions from various businesses. Depending on the employer, location, education level, and experience, graphic designers can earn favorable salaries.