Design, BA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Design
Sample Plan for New Students
The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have
successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
| Seattle University Course Number and Title | Washington State Community College Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| Language 1150, 1250, and 1350 | Foreign Language or ASL 121, 122 and 123 or demonstrated proficiency |
| AVCS 1100 Foundation 1 or ART 1000 Design and Color | ART 110 and 111 (Bellevue College), ART 101 (Seattle Colleges) |
| AVCS 2110 Drawing from Observation | ART 120 (BC), ART 111 (Seattle) |
| AVCS 1300, AVCS 2910 Global, AVCS 3700 | ART 201 (BC), ART 251 or 252 (Seattle) |
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide for more information. Some courses not listed on the Transfer Equivalency Guide may still transfer to SU. For courses
not found on this tool, compare course descriptions with SU’s course catalog to determine equivalent courses at your college/university:
http://catalog.seattleu.edu/
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated
proficiency - Credits in major: 80
- GPA cumulative minimum: 2.0
- GPA major minimum: 2.0
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ARTD 2700 Typography * (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310 (5) |
| Course 2 | ARTD 2730 Digital Illustration (5) or ARTD 2710 Digital Imaging (5) |
ARTD 2750 Layout Basics * (5) | ARTH 3440 Hist. of Design (5) |
| Course 3 | Major Elective (5) | AVCS 2910 Global topic | Major Elective (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
- Submit Course Plan for approval via MySeattleU
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II * (5) | UCOR Module II * (5) | UCOR Module III * (5) |
| Course 2 | ARTD 3700 Graphic Design I * (5) | ARTD 4700 Graphic Design II * (5) | ART 4850 Contemporary Practices and Portfolio *(5) |
| Course 3 | Major Elective (5) | ARTD 3750 Digital Media II for Web * (5) |
ARTD 4770 UI/UX Design * (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III.
See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See
my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for
course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have
different Core requirements.
Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning or UCOR 2910 Business Ethics
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Students begin this program as Design Candidates. Admission to
the advanced major requires approval and review by faculty of
portfolio and written components after completion of AVCS
1100/ART 1000, AVCS 2110, ARTD 2700, 2710 or 2730, and 2750. - Major Electives: 15 credits. Choose from Any level from subjects
ART, ARTD, ARTL, AVCS, PHOT, FILM, CPSC, and may include
THTR/MUSC 2650, MKTG 3500. - Art and art history transfer credits are subject to review which
may include portfolio review, audition, exam and/or interview.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Find the perfect spot to study at the Lemieux Library.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degre plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.