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University of Montana Catalog 2024-2025

Digital & Graphic Design Certificate

The Digital & Graphic Design Certificate provides students the opportunity to establish a base understanding of the tools and techniques of computer-based digital imaging, design, and publication. Ranging from photo editing/manipulation and graphical elements (raster and vector) to typography, layout design, and basic animation. Student learn to design elements to convey information in a compelling and persuasive way. 

General Certificate Requirements

Additional requirements for graduation can be found on the Degree/Certificate Requirements for Graduation page

Unless otherwise noted in individual program requirements, a minimum grade point average of 2.00 in all work attempted at the University of Montana-Missoula is required for graduation. Please see the Academic Policies and Procedures page for information on how your GPA is calculated.

Courses taken to satisfy the requirements of a major, minor, or certificate program must be completed with a grade of C- or better unless a higher grade is noted in the program requirements.

POST-SECONDARY CERTIFICATE - DIGITAL & GRAPHIC DESIGN

Course Requirements

Complete all of the following courses:
GDSN 149ADigital Imaging I3
GDSN 231Graphic Design Applications3
or JRNL 430 Print & Web Editing & Design
MART 255Photoshop: Art and Design3
MART 256Illustrator: Vector and Layout Design3
Total Hours12

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