BSc in Graphic Design

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Program Overview

Enrolments in Design programs throughout the Kingdom grew intensely in the last decade and Design Communication, Digital Media and Motion Graphics specializations are in high demand in the local industry. The goal of the Graphic Design program at JIC is to meet the national and international expectations of the academic field and professional area.  To Master communication designers who can contribute effectively to the future of society and the wider world, within the discipline and beyond. The purpose is to develop critical research skills and independent learning through the exploration of design processes in social and historical contexts. In addition, the program aims to prepare students for the job market by developing their intellectual, problem – solving, and practical skills.

Program Name

BSc in Graphic Design

Credit Hours

134 Hours

Study Language

English

Program Length

4 Years

Study Mode

On-campus

Learning Mode

Theoretical

Program Goals

This program is for those who aspire to

K1: Identify design elements, principles, and theories of Design.

K2: Investigate a systematic context of the various theoretical, historical, and cultural dimensions and its impact on design practice

S1: Implement design thinking process, design decision-making, and the factors that affect the design solution

S2: Design effective ideas using a range of approaches to solving visual design problems

S3: Plan design work for a professional audience

S4: Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.

V1: Enhance independent judgment, self-reliance, and the ability to work cooperatively with others.

V2: Demonstrate responsibility with regard to time management and other professional or entrepreneurial skills.

Career Opportunities

Graphic Designer

Multimedia Designer

Creative Director

Infographic Designer

Web Designer

Photographer

Packaging Designer

User Interface, UX Designer

Exhibition Values

Exhibition Designer

Video Editor

Study Plan

1st Year

Semester 1

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours
ARAB 101	Arabic I	3
ISLS 101	Islamic Studies I	3
ENG 101	English I	3
DES111	Fundamentals of Design	3
DES112	Fundamentals of Drawing	2
DES113	Fundamentals of Color	2
Total Credit Hours	16

Semester 2

Course Code	Course Name	Pre-Requisites	Credit Hours
ARAB 102	Arabic II	ARAB 101	3
ISLS 102	Islamic Studies II	ISLS 101	3
ENG 103	Public Speaking	ENG 101	3
DES114	Creative Concepts	DES111	2
DES115	Design Communications	DES111	3
DES116	Art Appreciation	ARAB 101,ISLS 101,ENG 101,DES111,DES111	2
Total Credit Hours	16

2nd Year

Semester 3

Course Code	Course Name	Pre-Requisites	Credit Hours
GD 281	Graphic Design Studio I	DES115	3
GD 283	Typography I	DES111	3
GD 285a	Drawing for Graphic Designer	DES112	3
GD 285b	Illustration	DES112	3
GD 286	Photography I	DES111	3
GD 288	History of Graphic Design	DES116	3
Total Credit Hours	18

Semester 4

Course Code	Course Name	Pre-Requisites	Credit Hours
DES 201	Research Methods for Architecture and Design	GD 281	3
GD 282	Graphic Design Studio II	GD 283	3
GD 284	Typography II	GD 286	3
GD 287	Photography II	GD 286	3
GD 289	Digital Media I	GD 281,GD 283,GD 286,GD 286	3
GEE XXX	General Education Elective	GD 281,GD 283,GD 286,GD 286	3
Total Credit Hours	18

3rd Year

Semester 5

Course Code	Course Name	Pre-Requisites	Credit Hours
GD 381	Graphic Design Studio III	GD 282	3
GD 383	Packaging Design	GD 282	3
GD 384	2D Animation	GD 285b, GD 289	3
GD 385	Corporate Design	GD 282, GD 284	3
GD 388	Website Design	GD 282	3
MKT 231	Introduction to Marketing	GD 282,GD 282,GD 285b, GD 289,GD 282, GD 284,GD 282	3
Total Credit Hours	18

Semester 6

Course Code	Course Name	Pre-Requisites	Credit Hours
GD 382	Graphic Design Studio IV	GD 381	3
GD 386	Digital Media II	GD 384	3
GD 387	Exhibition Design	GD 381	3
GD 389	Interactive Media	GD 384	3
MKT 337	Advertising and Promotion	MKT 231	3
GEE XXX	General Education Elective	GD 381	3
Total Credit Hours	18

4th Year

Semester 7

Course Code	Course Name	Pre-Requisites	Credit Hours
GD 481	Portfolio Design	GD 388	3
GD 482	Graduation Thesis	DES 201, ENG 103, GD 382, GD 387, GD 389	3
GD 484	Professional Practices	GD 388	3
GD XXX	Major Elective	None	3
GEE XXX	Major Elective	None	3
Total Credit Hours	15

Semester 8

Course Code	Course Name	Pre-Requisites	Credit Hours
GD 483	Graduation Project	GD 482	6
GD 485	Internship in Graphic Design	GD 481, GD 484	3
GD XXX	Major Elective	GD 482,GD 481, GD 484	3
GD XXX	Major Elective	GD 482,GD 481, GD 484	3
Total Credit Hours	15

The student must register between 12-18 credit hours per semester to be able to complete graduation requirements within the specified period of the program.

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Admission requirements

Scores

High school score

65% & Above

Mandatory Qualifications

The Certificate Equivalency Letter from the Ministry of Education must be provided in case the student obtained a high school certificate from outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The student must pass the English placement test and any other tests determined by the college as one of the admission requirements.

The student must not be registered in another university or college.

The student must be medically fit.

College Fees

Registration fees

1200

English test fees

100

Tuition fees

1,750 / Hour

Average fees for one semester

26,250