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The BFA is a specialized professional degree that focuses more intensely on art and design coursework compared to a BA program. At UMass Dartmouth, you'll benefit from a comprehensive university experience, allowing you to broaden your studies and enhance career prospects by delving into diverse fields like business, sustainability, writing/communication, computer science, and others. Gain expertise in visual communication to build a career in graphic design. You'll refine your artistic abilities and technical skills to reach professional excellence while pursuing your creative aspirations. The BFA in Art Design: Graphic Design equips you for numerous opportunities in today's design industry. Our faculty members—practicing professionals themselves—will guide you to: conduct research and analyze content as integral parts of the design process, operate within the framework of message, audience, environment, and technology, produce graphic interpretations including symbols, publications, posters, and digital media, and craft purposeful artistic work.