Program Overview
The Graphic Design program at JIC fosters critical thinking and design skills to prepare graduates for industry success. Its curriculum emphasizes design fundamentals, historical and cultural influences, and industry-relevant project work. Upon graduating, students aim to contribute effectively to society and the professional world as skilled communicators with practical, problem-solving abilities.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Enrolments in Design programs throughout the Kingdom grew intensely in the last decade and Design Communication, Digital Media and Motion Graphics specializations are in high demand in the local industry. The goal of the graphic design program at JIC is to meet the national and international expectations of the academic field and professional area. To graduate communication designers who can contribute effectively to the future of society and the wider world, within the discipline and beyond. The purpose is to develop critical research skills and independent learning through the exploration of design processes in social and historical contexts. In addition, prepare students for the job market by developing their intellectual, problem-solving, practical skills.
Learning Outcomes:
- K1: Identify design elements, principles, and theories of Design.
- K2: Investigate a systematic context of the various theoretical, historical, cultural dimensions and impacting on design practice
- S1: Implement design thinking process, design decision-making, and the factors that affect the design solution
- S2: Design effective ideas using a range of approaches to solving visual design problems
- S3: Plan design work for a professional audience
- S4: Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- V1: Enhance independent judgment, self-reliance, and the ability to work cooperatively with others.
- V2: Demonstrate responsibility with regard to time management and other professional or entrepreneurial skills.
Careers:
- Graphic designer
- Multimedia designer
- Creative director
- Infographic designer
- Web designer
- Photographer
- Packaging designer
- User Interface, UX Designer
- Exhibition values
- Exhibition designer
- Video editor
- Photo editor
- Brand designer
- Animation designer
- 2D and 3D animation
- Art Director
- New media editor
- Font designer
- Print designer
- Social media designer
