Through specific courses, you will learn how to craft effective and culturally informed messages for people and organizations in a broad range of design media. 

This approach, supported by rigorous studies in research, practice and visual studies, gives you the opportunity to engage in a broad spectrum of contemporary design practice and prepares you for careers in design, communications, technology, the arts and other sectors. The program offered by the Metropolitan State University of Denver also provides you with outstanding preparation for graduate school.

Career prospects

Graduates from MSU Denver’s Communication Design program go on to become graphic designers, graphic artists, creative directors or art directors. Specializations include typography, packaging, publication, corporate identity, brand strategy, environmental, interactive, web, data visualization, interface and user experience design, digital, multimedia, production management and public interest communication.