Degree Requirements

The Visual Design, BA equips creative students to design and communicate with clarity and influence, blending creative practice and theoretical understanding of design principles, practices, and methodologies. 

Visual Design focuses on the strategic use of imagery, typography, and color to bridge the gap between complex ideas and human understanding. Through a focused study of artistic principles and technical skills, students learn to envision and create highimpact visual content for digital, print, and environmental media. Emphasizing both individual creativity and collaborative projects, the program aims to prepare graduates for diverse careers in the design industry, fostering skills in critical thinking, visual storytelling, and technical proficiency with design tools and software.  

The goal of the Visual Design BA program is to prepare students for careers as visual problem-solvers who can translate organizational vision into compelling and redemptive aesthetic experiences. This program may also function effectively as a second major in disciplines such as Communication and Media Studies, Marketing, Ministry, or Computer Science. 

Learning Outcomes

1. Create solutions to complex design problems using iterative design thinking
2. Collaborate on team projects to generate designed work
3. Develop effective visual communication deliverables using design technology
4. Evaluate design work
5. Articulate how faith informs work in the field of Design

Career & Academic Opportunities for graduates with this degree include: 

Specific employment and academic opportunities for graduates with this degree include:

• Graphic Designer – creates useful and meaningful visual designs to support organizational functions.
• Art Director – oversees the visual style and artistic direction for publications, products, or campaigns.
• Visual Designer – designs the aesthetic “look and feel” of digital interfaces and brand identities.
• Brand Specialist – manages and creates visual assets that define a company’s identity.
• Illustrator/Digital Artist – produces custom visual content for media, books, and entertainment.
• Creative Arts Coordinator – produces high-quality digital, print, and environmental materials for church and non-profit settings.
• Media Manager – coordinates the production and aesthetic consistency of content across digital platforms.
• MFA Candidate – provides the academic and portfolio foundation for graduate study in Illustration, Animation, or Visual Arts.