Bachelor’s Degree Program
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Visual Communications (2D Print)
Platt College School of Graphic Design’s Bachelor’s Degree Hybrid program in Visual Communication helps you build the skills you need to start an exciting new career.
The Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication at Platt College develops professionals who take concepts and create visual imagery by employing type, illustration, sound, music, photography, and animation.
Graduates leave with a foundation in visual communication and a portfolio showcasing their skills for entry-level employment.
This program is currently offered on-ground and only our Ontario campus.
GRADUATION FROM THE PROGRAM DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY INTO ANY CAREER. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS MAY APPLY DEPENDING ON AN INDIVIDUAL’S PREVIOUS EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.
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The Visual Communications program is currently offered on-ground and only our our Ontario campus.
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Platt College is committed to providing the information and resources necessary to help every student achieve educational success. Types of financial aid available for qualified students include:
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Platt College maintains an active career services department to assist graduates as well as current students seeking part-time or full-time jobs while attending school. However, the school cannot guarantee employment.
Students are given the opportunity to pursue job referrals maintained by Career Services.
Our Career Services personnel explain and assist with our student’s job search process. Placement efforts occur through graduation and beyond.
Career Services aims to build the job acquiring skills of our students through interviews and workshops in the following areas:
Hybrid
Platt College’s Ontario campus is conveniently located minutes off the 10 freeway on Guasti Road and easily accessible for students across the Inland Empire. In addition to serving Ontario, our programs welcome learners from nearby communities including Fontana, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Victorville, Rialto, Hesperia, Pomona, Upland, Corona, Chino, Apple Valley, and other surrounding cities.
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Platt College Ontario is conveniently located minutes off the 10 freeway on Guasti Road and easily accessible for students across the Inland Empire.
The Visual Communications (hybrid) Bachelor of Arts (BA) program features:
Platt College programs are educational in nature. Completion of the program does not guarantee certification, licensure, or employment.
The Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication (BAVC) curriculum is designed to develop skills in creating visual imagery using multiple media.
Instruction includes coursework in:
For the full-time Visual Communications (hybrid) BA program:
Upon successful completion of the Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program all academic, attendance, and financial requirements, graduates are awarded a:
The Visual Communications (hybrid) BA program is offered at:
The Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program is delivered in a hybrid format:
The Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program is a visual communication and portfolio-focused curriculum. Any internship/externship component must be confirmed through the program’s current curriculum and enrollment materials during the enrollment process.
The Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program provides education applicable to entry-level roles in industries related to visual communication, depending on individual portfolio strength, skills, and employer requirements.
Because job titles and role requirements vary widely across industries, career outcomes should be discussed during enrollment and Career Services advising.
The Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program may be a good fit for individuals who want:
In addition to general admissions requirements for the Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program, enrollment typically includes:
Program-specific requirements are reviewed during the enrollment process.
Schedule options for the Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program are determined by campus availability and cohort start dates. Current scheduling information is reviewed during the enrollment process.
The Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program cost items included in the Catalog Addendum are:
The most current cost information can be found in the Catalog Addendum and will also be reviewed during the enrollment process.
Financial aid for the Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program is available to those who qualify. Eligibility and available funding options are reviewed during the financial aid portion of the enrollment process.
Specialized Accreditation, Approval, and Eligibility FAQs
The Visual Communications BA program does not indicate a separate programmatic (specialized) accreditation specific to visual communications. Platt College is institutionally accredited by ACCSC and approved to operate by BPPE.
Visual communications roles do not typically require state professional licensure. This program does not confer licensure.
The Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program is educational in nature. Any third-party certifications are governed by external organizations and are not guaranteed by program completion.
No. The Visual Communications BA program is hybrid, meaning it includes both online and on-campus instruction. On-campus attendance is required for designated components.
The Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program is designed to produce a professional quality portfolio, and it concludes with coursework in portfolio preparation.
To be awarded the Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication degree, students must meet program completion requirements including:
Transfer credit for eligible coursework may be considered, subject to official transcript evaluation and academic approval for the Visual Communications Bachelor of Arts Degree Hybrid Program. Acceptance of transfer credit varies by course content and program requirements.
The enrollment process typically includes:
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