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Bachelor

Graphic Design

Turn visual ideas into real impact through branding, multimedia design, and creative digital production.

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Overview

UNI - Universum International College offers a Graphic Design program that merges visual creativity with practical industry workflows. Students learn to build brand identities, digital products, and multimedia campaigns while integrating strategy, technology, and communication.

Duration3 years
Total Credits180 ECTS
FormatCampus / Online
LanguageAlbanian

Program Objectives

  • Build strong foundations in art and design history, visual language, and typography.
  • Use illustration, photography, multimedia, and web design tools in professional projects.
  • Develop concept-to-execution workflows in branding, packaging, publishing, and digital campaigns.
  • Strengthen design research, communication, and project-management capabilities.
  • Prepare for evolving creative industries with 3D graphics, animation, and post-production practice.
Curriculum

Academic path

Year 1

74 ECTS
Semester 132 ECTS
  • History of Art and Design
    5
  • Introduction to Graphic Design I
    4
  • Creative Thinking
    4
  • Typography I
    5
  • Introduction to Graphic Design
    6
  • Semiotics
    6
  • Study skills
    2
Semester 242 ECTS
  • Illustrations
    5
  • Photography
    4
  • Typography and Layout II
    6
  • Design II
    6
  • Fine Arts (Theory and Practice)
    5
  • Visualization Techniques
    4
  • English language
    4
  • Sustainable Design
    4
  • Communication in Organizations
    4

Academic path

Year 2

82 ECTS
Semester 142 ECTS
  • Digital Photography
    3
  • Concept in Design
    6
  • Printing and Packaging Technology
    6
  • Communication in Design
    5
  • Graphic Design and Multimedia
    6
  • Ergonomic Design
    4
  • Art Management
    4
  • English language
    4
  • Organizational Behavior
    4
Semester 240 ECTS
  • Branding and Visual Identity
    5
  • Research Methods in Design
    5
  • Web Design and Development
    5
  • Digital Video Editing
    5
  • Contemporary Art
    5
  • Leadership and Negotiation
    5
  • English language
    5
  • Ethics and Technology
    5

Academic path

Year 3

72 ECTS
Semester 142 ECTS
  • Video effects and post-production
    6
  • 3D Computer Graphics and Animations I
    6
  • Product Design
    6
  • Desktop Publishing
    6
  • Strategic Design and Management
    6
  • Creative Industry Marketing
    6
  • Project Management
    6
Semester 230 ECTS
  • Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation
    6
  • Career Orientation and Practical Work
    8
  • 3D Computer Graphics and Animations II
    6
  • Diploma Topic/Capstone Project
    10

What UNI students gain and experience with Arizona State University

Arizona State University is incorporated in all student experiences and programs, by providing:

ASU "What Is Innovation?" certificate course
Master Class from Arizona State University faculty
Learn English at Arizona State University
ASU English Courses
Arizona State University Summer Experience
ASU Global Exchanges
Global Signature Courses
Short-term immersion programs at ASU partner universities
Online Courses and Workshops by Arizona State University
Courses directly from Thunderbird School of Global Management
ASU Venture X - Startup
ASU Endstar Game

Why Study Graphic Design at UNI - Universum International College

Knowledge

  • Understand design history, visual communication principles, and contemporary creative practice.
  • Interpret typography, color, composition, and branding systems across digital and print media.
  • Analyze user-centered and market-facing design strategies in creative industries.

Skills

  • Create professional visual identities, campaign assets, and multimedia design deliverables.
  • Use illustration, photography, video editing, web design, and layout tools in end-to-end projects.
  • Develop concept-driven design from research and idea generation to execution and presentation.

Competencies

  • Lead creative projects in agencies, studios, media teams, and brand environments.
  • Integrate business communication, project management, and entrepreneurship in design workflows.
  • Adapt to evolving technologies including motion graphics, digital publishing, and 3D design.

Study Abroad with Scholarships

Study for a semester abroad—funded by Erasmus+ in 26 EU countries or worldwide through Arizona State University partner universities.

190partners across Europe and Turkey
International partner map will be added soon.

Career opportunities

  • Graphic designer roles in agencies, studios, media houses, and in-house brand teams.
  • Careers in UI/visual communication, multimedia production, and content design.
  • Pathways to independent creative practice, design consultancy, and entrepreneurial ventures.

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