College: Graduate Program Institute

This major focuses on design principles and practices, encompassing various disciplines such as graphic design, product design, interior design, and user experience design. Students explore key areas including design theory, visual communication, prototyping, and digital design tools. The program emphasizes creativity, technical skills, and understanding the role of design in society and industry. Graduates are prepared for careers in design agencies, product development, interior design companies, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of design theory and practice.
• Develop skills in graphic design, product design, interior design, and user experience design.
• Learn visual communication techniques, prototyping, and digital design.
• Explore the role of design in society and industry.
• Comprehend the use of design tools and techniques.
• Analyze challenges and opportunities in the field of design.
• Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for design projects.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to Design
   • Overview of design principles, core concepts, and historical context.
   • Fundamentals of design theory and practice.
2. Graphic Design
   • Principles of graphic design, including typography, layout, and branding.
   • Techniques for creating effective visual communications.
3. Product Design
   • Basics of product design, including concept development, prototyping, and manufacturing.
   • Techniques for designing functional and aesthetic products.
4. Interior Design
   • Principles of interior design, including space planning, material selection, and aesthetic cohesion.
   • Techniques for creating functional and visually appealing interior spaces.
5. User Experience Design
   • Basics of user experience design, including user research, interaction design, and usability testing.
   • Techniques for creating intuitive, user-centered digital experiences.
6. Visual Communication
   • Principles of visual communication, including color theory, composition, and storytelling.
   • Techniques for effectively conveying messages through visual media.
7. Prototyping and Modeling
   • Fundamentals of prototyping and modeling, including physical and digital prototypes.
   • Techniques for creating and testing initial design models.
8. Digital Design Tools
   • Overview of digital design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and CAD programs.
   • Techniques for using design tools to create and refine designs.
9. Design in Society and Industry
   • Exploring the role of design in society and industry.
   • Techniques for addressing social and industrial challenges through design.
10. Design Capstone Project
    • Comprehensive project to apply skills acquired in graphic design, product design, interior design, or user experience design.
    • Techniques for delivering a polished and innovative design solution.

Assessment Methods:

• Design projects, graphic design portfolios, product design prototypes, interior design plans, user experience design reports, visual communication presentations, prototyping and modeling demonstrations, digital design tool applications, capstone projects, group projects, and internships.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Graphic Design: The New Basics" by Ellen Lupton and Jennifer Cole Phillips.
• "Product Design" by Karl Ulrich.
• "Interior Design" by John Pile.
• "Don't Make Me Think" by Steve Krug.
• "Visual Communications" by Paul Martin Lester.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of art, design, and digital technology. Suitable for students interested in graphic design, product design, interior design, and user experience design.

Duration:

Typically 4 years to obtain a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practical training, and internships.

Certification:

Graduates can earn a degree in design and pursue professional certifications in graphic design, product design, interior design, or user experience design.

Target Audience:

Aspiring graphic designers, product designers, interior designers, user experience designers, and professionals seeking to specialize in design. This major equips students with the creative, technical, and practical skills necessary to excel in design and support careers in design agencies, product development, interior design companies, and related fields.