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 West Virginia colleges that offer design and visual communications degrees.

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West Virginia University (WVU)

1704 Market St., Wheeling, WV

West Virginia University (WVU) is a public university in Morgantown, West Virginia, offering 193 academic degree programs. The broad range of majors and study programs at WVU include biometric systems, business, community design, study abroad, teacher training, environmental geoscience, interior design, landscape architecture, law, pharmacy, religious studies and theatre arts, among many others. Students have many opportunities at WVU to further customize their academic studies by participating in an honors program, internship, online classes, service learning projects or study abroad programs.

History

After President Abraham Lincoln singed the Morrill Act in 1862 that offered land grants of federal land to each state that agreed to establish a college to teach architecture and engineering, West Virginia established its college in 1867 with six students. Founded under the name of the "Agricultural College of West Virginia, the name of the school was changed to West Virginia University in 1868.

Academics

West Virginia University's academic calendar follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer "terms."

Colleges and Schools

West Virginia University has 13 colleges and schools:

• Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Design
• Eberly College of Arts and Sciences
• College of Business and Economics
• College of Creative Arts
• School of Dentistry
• College of Engineering and Mineral Resources
• College of Human Resources and Education
• Perley Isaac Reed School of Journalism
• College of Law
• School of Medicine
• School of Nursing
• School of Pharmacy
• College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences

Student Life

WVU has hundreds of student clubs and organizations available, along with numerous chapters of fraternities and sororities. There are also many programs and activities in intramural sports, academics, volunteer and community service, government and leadership.  Students may also establish their own group on campus, if they don't find an established group that reflects their particular interests.

There are many music events to enjoy, along with other recreation activities, including a Mountaineer Adventure Program that provides students the opportunity to enjoy outdoor adventure sports.

There are both co-ed and single-gender housing options offered on campus, along with numerous dining services.  Health and wellness services are available, including fitness facilities.

Athletics

The WVU "Mountaineers" athletics teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, and the "Mountaineer Maniacs" student cheer group helps to cheer on the 60,000 Mountaineer fans that attend the school's popular sporting events.

Men's Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Rifle
• Soccer
• Swimming and Diving
• Wrestling

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Gymnastics
• Rifle
• Rowing
• Soccer
• Swimming and Diving
• Tennis
• Indoor Track/Outdoor Track
• Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

In addition to its main campus in Morgantown, WVU also has two divisions located in other cities in West Virginia:

• Potomac State College of WVU (Keyser, West Virginia)
• WVU Institute of Technology (Montgomery, West Virginia)

Community Life

Morgantown, West Virginia is designated as a top "Small City in America" or "Best Small City" by many national publications.  The town is situated in the beautiful hills of West Virginia, with easy access to skiing and snowboarding, hiking, rock climbing and other outdoor activities.

Students Enrolled in the Design and Visual Communications Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. WVU offers a bachelor's degree program in design and visual communications.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

Salary & Wages

• Wheeling, WV-OH
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $35550

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).