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Design and Visual Communications Degree
The essence of the Design and Visual Communications as a field of study is fusing art and business to arrive at creative art or visual art used for commercial purposes. With an eye for design and a creative spirit, the sky is the limit! Get more details below including other California colleges that offer design and visual communications degrees.
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Ohlone College (Oxy)
1600 Campus Rd, Los Angeles, CA
Ohlone College is located in Fremont and Newark California. It is a multi-campus college that is situated in the San Francisco Bay. There are 18,000 students on the main campus in Fremont and there is a newly built campus in the City of Newark. The college will help you obtain the skills you need to be successful in the workforce.
Ohlone College offers many great programs and the ability to transfer to a four-year university. The institute got its name from the native people in the Mission area. The Fremont campus is near the historical Mission. The Newark campus offers innovative programs in environment, health, and technology.
The best part is you have a lot of choices when studying at Ohlone. It is home to over 177 degrees and certificate programs. Ohlone College offers five associate degrees that allow you to transfer.
Every year almost 900 students transfer to colleges and universities. Out of them, 400 students attend California State Universities, 200 students to Universities of California, 150 students to in-state private colleges and universities, and 150 students to out-of-state colleges and universities.
The college employs over 430 faculty as well as 220 support staff which help to make sure that the individual gets the personal attention and guidance that he or she needs.
At a low cost of $46 per unit, California residents can obtain an outstanding education at Ohlone College without incurring a lot of debt. Tuition for out-of-state residents is $218 per unit. It is also an outstanding option for international students who are looking for an affordable education.
Students Enrolled in the Design and Visual Communications Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ohlone College offers a less than one year certificate program in design and visual communications.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| White | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Design and Visual Communications program at Oxy, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Commercial and Industrial Designers
Description
Develop and design manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, commercial and industrial designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024
Graphic Designers
Description
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, graphic designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.4% from 2014 to 2024
Set and Exhibit Designers
Description
Design special exhibits and movie, television, and theater sets. May study scripts, confer with directors, and conduct research to determine appropriate architectural styles.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, set and exhibit designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Oxy accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Ohlone College may offer services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Oxy is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the CCCAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Water Polo