Online Bachelor of Applied Science in Graphic Information Technology
The online Bachelor of Applied Science in graphic information technology equips you to pursue a career that bridges the gap between design and development. This program is ideal for students who already have an Associate of Applied Science and are interested in gaining a technical understanding of how to implement their creative ideas from start to finish.
Quick facts
Next start date: 01/11/2021
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
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Details
The field of graphic information technology is rapidly evolving to include visual design technologists. These individuals are equipped with the skills necessary to bridge the divide traditionally seen between designers and engineers. This allows organizations to more efficiently build state-of-the-art digital experiences that realize the designer’s vision and function well at scale.
The online Bachelor of Applied Science in graphic information technology is designed for individuals with an Associate of Applied Science in graphic design, graphic arts, or front-end web design and development. The program allows you to explore topics in visual design and technology.
The successful graduate will be prepared to create visual content across a variety of channels including print, web, photo, video, and animation.
What is a graphic information technology degree?
ASU’s graphic information technology degree prepares you to create design solutions for commercial use. Unlike a typical graphic design degree, the graphic information technology degree includes coursework in:
Graphic information technology classes
You will take a variety of courses ranging from web content design to digital publishing and graphic industry business practices. You will also complete courses in one of three focus areas: Digital design, print and publishing, front-end web design and development, game art and animation.
GIT 337: Web Content Design
GIT 315: Digital Video Techniques
GIT 384: Commercial Photography
GIT 303: Digital Publishing
GIT 314: Multimedia Design, Planning and Storyboards
GIT 450: Digital Workflow in Graphic Industries
GIT 432: Graphic Industry Business Practices
GIT 413: Professional Portfolio Design and Presentation
What can you do with a bachelor’s degree of graphic information technology?
Graduates with a Bachelor of Applied Science in graphic information technology are well-suited for positions that are redefining the future of design. You can expect to find job opportunities that require you to work collaboratively with teams. You may also present design solutions to product, management and engineering teams or drive a design review cycle from start to finish.
Animator
Art Director
Film Editor
Graphic Designer
Web Developer
Learn from ASU’s graphic information design professionals
Of the 320+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, many have received awards and recognition in their fields. Some Fulton Schools faculty milestones include:
- Nobel laureate.
- National Academy of Engineering members.
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- National Academy of Inventors members.
- National Academy of Construction members.
- More than 55 Young Investigator Awards received in the last 10 years.
Learn from ASU’s graphic information design professionals
Of the 320+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, many have received awards and recognition in their fields. Some Fulton Schools faculty milestones include:
- Nobel laureate.
- National Academy of Engineering members.
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- National Academy of Inventors members.
- National Academy of Construction members.
- More than 55 Young Investigator Awards received in the last 10 years.
Admission requirements
You’re eligible to apply for this program if you have attended one or more regionally accredited colleges or universities and earned your Associate of Applied Science (AAS). To apply to a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program at ASU, please follow these steps.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
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