Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

Lawrence Technological University

Graphic Design at LTU prepares you for the future of visual communication, where branding, motion, UX/UI, and digital product design shape how people experience information and interact with the world. Grounded in practice and connected to industry, the program blends creative exploration with hands-on projects, studio-based learning, and opportunities to work on impactful design challenges. You’ll design across screens, spaces, and emerging media using a MacBook Pro through LTU’s laptop program, equipped with professional software for advanced digital, interactive, and motion-based workflows. Throughout your coursework, you’ll explore emerging tools and platforms, discovering how they can expand your practice and open new possibilities for communication. At the same time, you’ll build strong foundations in typography, layout, digital tools, conceptual thinking, and storytelling, learning to blend craft and strategy with purposeful experimentation. As you progress, you’ll develop a future-ready portfolio that reflects both creative range and industry relevance, preparing you for careers in digital and interactive design, UX/UI, branding, motion graphics, and beyond. What You’ll Learn UX/UI and digital product design Interactive and screen-based communication Branding identity across digital and physical media Motion graphics and storytelling Systems thinking and design strategy Why LTU Real-world, industry-connected projects and sponsored studios No portfolio required for admission MacBook Pro included with professional software Small, studio-based courses taught by practicing designers Cross-disciplinary opportunities with Architecture, Interior, Product, Mobility, and Game Design Where Our Students and Graduates Work LTU Graphic Design students and alumni are employed at a range of local and national studios, agencies, tech companies, and creative teams, including: Campbell Ewald, Clearwater Analytics, Detroit Pistons, Doner, Detroit Red Wings, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Hobbes, Huge, Icon incar, Mammoth Digital, MCCI Integrated Marketing, Microsoft, Rocket Companies, Zoom. What You’ll Graduate With A polished, future-focused portfolio featuring digital, interactive, and motion work Experience solving real design problems for real clients Mastery of professional creative tools and strong design communication skills Preparation for careers in UX/UI, digital design, branding, motion, marketing, and creative technology Admissions Curriculum Admission follows standard University requirements. Portfolios are not required. Total Semester Credit Hours: 120

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