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Campus Address

Lawrence Technological University
21000 West Ten Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48075-1058

Important Phone Numbers

Toll-free
1.800.CALL.LTU


Campus Hotline
248.204.2222


Campus Operator / Directory Assistance
248.204.4000

Certificate

Graphic Communications

LTU

The 'Graphic Communications program teaches students the basics of print and web design utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud software. With successful completion of this 12 month program graduates will be able to visually communicate concepts and ideas for print and web design; produce and present work for a professional client/designer environment; format and design press-ready pieces; design, host and maintain websites using web technologies; and brand and represent companies via web and social media.

Graduates will possess the knowledge, skills, and competencies to:

  • Demonstrate understanding of design software commonly used in industry
  • Understand and develop an effective use of typography and design
  • Design and develop web pages along with social media content
  • Identify and/or produce copy for advertising, packaging and web design
  • Understand the effective use of color in design
  • Develop cohesive branding/identity for corporations, products and services
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the printing process, printing substrates and finishing processes
  • Understand copyright and Digital Rights Management 

Industry Employment Opportunities

  • advertising agencies
  • design studios
  • corporate art departments
  • newspapers
  • magazines
  • TV and radio station design departments
  • printing businesses

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Bachelor of Fine Arts

Graphic Design

The accredited Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design program at LTU provides students with a comprehensive experience in the dynamic field of graphic design, ranging from print media to the latest innovations in interactive and time-based media.