European University Cyprus
European University Cyprus Nicosia

Graphic Design

Information

Department
Department of Arts
Specializations

1. Multimedia Design, 2. Printed and Digital Communication

Duration
4 years
Additional Information

The Graphic Design program at EUC equips you with key professional skills in the latest technologies that transform the visual landscape.  You will learn the fundamentals of art history, drawing and illustration and apply long-established principles to the unfolding aesthetics of computer-generated art and electronic media.

Facilities at EUC simulate those of an advertising agency or production company to create a positive and productive experience for students and an understanding of this fast-paced and evolving field.  Highly qualified faculty, Erasmus exchanges, competitions, festivals and conferences all give students the opportunity to fully engage with the field and its developments. Internships connect fourth-year students with graphic design, advertising and media production firms to gain experience prior to graduation.

Program

Major Requirements (180 ECTS)

  • Introduction to Graphic Design
  • Idea Generation and Design Processes
  • Design Principles
  • Drawing Techniques
  • Introduction to Art History
  • Typography I
  • Colour Theory and Practice
  • Photography I
  • Typography ΙΙ
  • Life Drawing
  • Computer Applications for Graphic Design
  • Marketing for Designers
  • Graphic Design History
  • Visual Identity Design
  • Introduction to Multimedia Design
  • Introduction to 3D Design
  • Graphic Design and Production
  • Typography ΙΙΙ
  • Graphic Design and Advertising
  • Illustration for Graphic Design and Multimedia
  • Motion Design I
  • Publication Design I
  • Package Design
  • Information Design
  • Digital Media Techniques
  • Modern and Contemporary Art
  • 3D Modelling Design
  • Web Page Design I
  • Professional Practices in Graphic Design
  • Design and Technologies for Social Media

Elective Specialization Courses: 24 ECTS
Students choose four (4) courses from the specialization of their choice. Students who do not wish to choose specialization courses but wish to select courses from both specializations, may do so, with their academic advisor’s consent.

Multimedia Design

  • Topics in Visual Culture
  • Motion Design II
  • Photography II
  • Web Page Design II
  • 3D Computer Animation
  • Sound and Motion

Printed and Digital Communication

  • Topics in Visual Culture
  • Photography II
  • Socially Useful Design
  • Current Awareness Topics in Graphic Design
  • Comic Book Theory and Design
  • Publication Design II

General Education Course: 6 ECTS

  • Upper Intermediate English*

Free Electives: 12 ECTS

Final Thesis Project: 12 ECTS

  • Final Thesis Project I
  • Final Thesis Project II

Internship: 6 ECTS

  • Internship