Degree Courses

As a Graphic Design major at MSU-Northern, you'll take a deep dive into subjects including:

  • Designing for Social Media
  • Motion Graphics
  • Print Design
  • Web Design & Development
  • Illustration Techniques & Traditional Media
  • 2-D Foundational Design

Learning Outcomes for Graphic Design Major

As you progress through the curriculum, you'll become proficient at

  • Solving design and advertising problems using technical skill, creativity, and critical thinking
  • The software used in the design industry of today
  • Design principles, techniques, skills and methods
  • Adopting a marketing-centered approach to design
  • Creating layouts and compositions using a combination of traditional and digital media