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Bachelor's in Applied Arts — Visual Communication Online Visual Communication Program at WUV

Bachelor's in Visual Communication at WUV

Credit Hours144

Total Courses24

Term Length4 Year Self-Paced

Program Overview Why earn your Bachelor's in Visual Communication at WUV?

The Bachelor's in Applied Arts — Visual Communication at westerfirld university of virginia is a comprehensive 4-year program combining broad general education with deep study of technical drawing, drafting, architectural graphics, computer-aided design, graphics technology, and visual communication principles. Graduates are prepared for professional roles in graphic design studios, media companies, engineering firms, architecture practices, and digital communications agencies.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Technical drawing and drafting fundamentals
  • Architectural graphics and drafting for design
  • Computer-aided design (CAD) tools and techniques
  • Graphics technology and digital production
  • Visual communication principles and design theory
  • Digital imaging, photography, and visual storytelling
Visual Communication students at WUV

Courses & Curriculum Visual communication courses that prepare you for your career

This 144-credit Bachelor's program includes 10 general education courses, 8 core applied arts courses, and 6 specialist visual communication courses — 24 courses total.

General Education Courses

Broad foundational knowledge across humanities, sciences, and communication.

B-057Introduction to the Humanities
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
B-158English Composition
B-200College Algebra
B-336World Religions
AAS-370Ethics
B-460Art Appreciation
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
B-825Human Biology
AAS-902World History

Core Applied Arts Courses

Comprehensive applied arts foundations covering design disciplines, visual arts, and creative technologies.

AA-235Introduction to Applied Arts
AA-386Introduction to Painting
AA-539Introduction to Visual Communications
AA-758Introduction to Digital Imaging & Photography
AA-759Introduction to Sculpture
AA-786Introduction to Fashion Design
AA-804Introduction to Architecture
AA-878Essentials of Interior Design

Specialist Visual Communication Courses

Advanced visual communication courses covering drafting, CAD, architectural graphics, and graphics technology.

VSC-072Principles of Technical Drawing
VSC-184Fundamentals of Drafting
VSC-265Introduction to Visual Communication
VSC-797Architectural Graphics
VSC-842Introduction to Computer Aided Design
VSC-865Introduction to Graphics Technology

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After acceptance, choose your start date and begin your visual communication education at your own pace.

Career Outlook What can you do with a Bachelor's in Visual Communication?

A Bachelor's in Visual Communication from WUV prepares you for professional roles across design, media, engineering, and creative industries:

  • Graphic Designer — Create visual content and design solutions for brands, advertising, and digital platforms.
  • CAD Technician / Designer — Produce technical drawings and designs using computer-aided design tools.
  • Architectural Drafter — Prepare architectural and construction drawings for design and engineering projects.
  • Visual Communications Specialist — Develop visual communication strategies and content for organizations and media.
  • Technical Illustrator — Create precise technical graphics for engineering, manufacturing, and publishing.
  • Digital Media Designer — Design digital assets, user interfaces, and multimedia content for online platforms.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, graphic designers, CAD technicians, and visual communications specialists are in demand across media, architecture, engineering, and digital industries.