Visual Design, A.A.

USA

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What will I learn?

Southern California is an incredibly rich area for art and creative industries. MSJC Art + Design is a wonderful place to start to explore and participate in the art and ideas that make our area so special. MSJC is where you can explore drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, visual communication, and art history. Whether you are registered for one class or complete your degree to transfer we know that our department is the place to let your creativity soar!

The Associate of Arts degree program in Visual Design is designed for students who are interested in transferring to a 4-year university that specializes in professional design practices like Graphic Design, Multimedia, etc. The academic emphasis of the program is for students to develop creative solutions to solve visual problems by combining research, concept, and production. Visualization, research, as well as proficiency in technology, are all important elements in the education required within the A.A. in Visual Design

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate problem solving skills in the process of producing art.
  • Demonstrate a general awareness of artistic cultures and styles.
  • Demonstrate the use of appropriate terminology in evaluating art and design.
  • Develop a progression of works that demonstrate their creative style, technical skill, and personal approach to subject and media.

Which department am I in?

Mt. San Jacinto College

Study options

Full Time (60 semester units)

Tuition fees
$8,184.00 (6,90,516) per year
USD $341 per unit
Application deadline

Expected October 2025

Start date

Expected August 2025

Venue

Mt. San Jacinto College

1499 N. State Street,

SAN JACINTO,

California,

92583, United States

Full Time (60 semester units)

Tuition fees
$8,184.00 (6,90,516) per year
USD $341 per unit
Application deadline

Expected October 2025

Start date

Expected January 2025

Venue

Mt. San Jacinto College

1499 N. State Street,

SAN JACINTO,

California,

92583, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students must have completed the equivalent of an American high school diploma; twelve years of elementary and secondary school or students must be at least 18 years of age.

In order to succeed in regular college courses, students must have a score of 450 Written Based Test (WBT) or better. A score of 133 or better is required on the Computer Base Test (CBT) and 45 on the Internet Based Test (IBT), STEP Eiken test – Level 2, IELTS 4.5, or English language completion certificate. Application deadlines: Fall Semester is May 15; Spring Semester is October 15.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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