Program Overview
The International Black Sea University's 3-year Graphic Design program equips students with comprehensive skills in creating and analyzing visual design solutions. Emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, including internships, the program prepares students for success in various design fields, from brand identity creation to packaging design. Taught by experienced professors, the program focuses on developing professional communication and technical abilities while fostering students' creativity and aesthetic judgment.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graphic Design (English-taught) program at the International Black Sea University (IBSU) is a Bachelor's degree program lasting 3 years and worth 180 ECTS credits. It provides knowledge in creating brand visual identity (logos, typography, corporate styles, flyers, brochures, booklets, advertising posters) and packaging design (market research, price segment clarification, competitor analysis, label, gift, and delivery design). The curriculum covers traditional and digital graphics, creative color modeling, technical and professional skills, functional and creative aspects of visual communication, advertising, art history, and theory. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, supporting students in organizing internships in various enterprises. It also focuses on developing professional communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and clients.
Teaching:
The program's teaching staff includes:
- Assoc. While specific teaching methods aren't described, the program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, including internships.
Other:
The program is taught in English. Admission requires passing the Unified National Examinations in Georgian and English, plus Mathematics, History, or Fine & Applied Arts. A minimum score of 50%+1 is needed for English. An interview involving the submission and evaluation of drawings by experts is also mandatory. The awarded qualification is a Bachelor of Graphic Design.
Tuition Fees:
- For entrants who are enrolled via Unified National Exams: 4590 GEL
- For entrants who are not enrolled via Unified National Exams: 4500 USD
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Entry Requirements:
For Georgian citizens, admission to the Graphic Design (English-taught) Bachelor's program is based on the results of the Unified National Examinations. The required subjects are Georgian language, English language, and one of the following: Mathematics, History, or Fine & Applied Arts. A minimum competency level of 50%+1 is required for the English language. Additionally, all applicants must participate in a mandatory drawing interview, involving the submission of drawings for evaluation by experts. Applicants with a full general education may enroll. Exceptions for admission without the Unified National Examinations are possible according to Georgian law.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
A minimum competency level of 50%+1 is required for the English language in the Unified National Examinations for Georgian citizens.
