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The Department of Communication and Media Design offers a cross-disciplinary course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in either communication or media design. The curriculum is grounded in design and communication theory and supports the development of research, writing, critical thinking, and creative practice skills. Students develop the conceptual and practical skills that enable them to create design and communication solutions for the contemporary media environment. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in a range of communication media and design organizations. In addition, the major in communication provides excellent preparation for graduate study in communication, public relations, corporate communication, law, and journalism. Within the major in media design, students choose either an emphasis in graphic design or media communication design and participate in a professional portfolio review during the senior year. Upon successful completion of the communication major, students will be able to demonstrate the effective use of research skills and the ability to gather data from diverse sources; demonstrate an understanding of concepts and apply theories in the use and presentation of images and information; write correctly and clearly in forms and styles appropriate for the communications professions, audiences, and purposes they serve; demonstrate oral communication skills and an ability to articulate ideas, feelings, and attitudes to a target audience; and apply tools and technologies appropriate for the communications professions in which they work. Upon successful completion of the media design major, students will be able to develop the ability to communicate effectively to a wide variety of audiences, verbally, in writing, and electronically; utilize knowledge of typography, graphics, photography, and video to communicate ideas and information visually in print, web, mobile, and social media; apply critical thinking and aesthetic judgments in creating print and digital media; demonstrate proficient level of skills in design software necessary to gain entry-level employment; and create a portfolio of material showing proficiency in print and digital media techniques.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
The Department of Communication and Media Design offers a cross-disciplinary course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in either communication or media design. The curriculum is grounded in design and communication theory and supports the development of research, writing, critical thinking, and creative practice skills. Students develop the conceptual and practical skills that enable them to create design and communication solutions for the contemporary media environment. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in a range of communication media and design organizations. In addition, the major in communication provides excellent preparation for graduate study in communication, public relations, corporate communication, law, and journalism. Within the major in media design, students choose either an emphasis in graphic design or media communication design and participate in a professional portfolio review during the senior year. Upon successful completion of the communication major, students will be able to demonstrate the effective use of research skills and the ability to gather data from diverse sources; demonstrate an understanding of concepts and apply theories in the use and presentation of images and information; write correctly and clearly in forms and styles appropriate for the communications professions, audiences, and purposes they serve; demonstrate oral communication skills and an ability to articulate ideas, feelings, and attitudes to a target audience; and apply tools and technologies appropriate for the communications professions in which they work. Upon successful completion of the media design major, students will be able to develop the ability to communicate effectively to a wide variety of audiences, verbally, in writing, and electronically; utilize knowledge of typography, graphics, photography, and video to communicate ideas and information visually in print, web, mobile, and social media; apply critical thinking and aesthetic judgments in creating print and digital media; demonstrate proficient level of skills in design software necessary to gain entry-level employment; and create a portfolio of material showing proficiency in print and digital media techniques.
Admission Requirements
6+
Freshman applicants should have the following academic qualifications: Cumulative academic GPA of 2.6 or higher on 4.0 scale; Standardized test scores are now optional for students applying to Marymount for the Fall 2016 semester or later. Students who have a high school GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale do not need to submit their SAT or ACT scores for admissions consideration.* *If your high school GPA is lower than a 3.0 or if you are homeschooled, you are required to submit your standardized test scores. Recommended Completed High School Curriculum as follows: 4 years of English; 3 years of Foreign Language; 3 years of Math; 2 years of Science; 3 years of Social Studies. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper Based score of 550; PTE Academic score of 54 Overall.
48 Months
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Programme overview
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Undergraduate
Admission Requirements
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