Why Study Graphic Design?
Don’t just make it pretty, make it effective. Create with purpose with a graphic design major.
Harness the power of visual communication to design publications, logos and brand systems, websites, apps, information graphics, and more. The graphic design major includes a core set of required courses and a robust collection of electives to help you develop professional skills and build a portfolio of work using industry-standard tools and methodologies. Students gain the personal satisfaction of making beautiful and functional work, as well as the lasting fulfillment of creating work that matters.
The graphic design major is part of the Media Arts Department, a tight-knit community that encourages students to grow and learn from one another. The faculty know students by name, and our small classes emphasize creativity, collaboration, and professional practices that will serve you far beyond graduation. Pacific University’s close proximity to Portland, Ore., allows students to connect with local graphic design organizations and communities while building their skills in school.
Students with a graphic design major can take advantage of pre-professional opportunities, including building skills and earning money while working for Media Arts Production Services (MAPS).
What Can You Do with a Graphic Design Degree?
Pacific graduates with a graphic design degree are equipped for careers as graphic designers, web designers, multimedia specialists and creative directors.
Students often pair a graphic design major or minor with studies in business administration, computer science, film & video, multimedia, art, communications, or editing & publishing.
Media Arts Production Services (MAPS) is a collective of student creatives that offers video production, graphic design, and photography services to clients on- and off-campus.
Projects include filming events and speakers, creating trailers and scripted short videos, event photography, publication and promotional materials, logo and web design, and more.