Dec 30, 2024  
MyRoadmaps Catalog 
    
MyRoadmaps Catalog

Design Studies, Area of Specialization in Graphic Design, BA (2023-2024)


The following roadmap is a sample advising map to complete the degree program in four years. Please consult your MyPlanner and major advisor  as you develop your individualized academic plan. Students must have completed 60+ units in order to enroll in SJSU Studies courses.

Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4

Year 1


Fall Semester (15 units)


Year 2


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


Year 3


Fall Semester (15 units)


  •   3 unit(s) (WID)
  • Approved Lower Division Design Elective 3 unit(s) ^
  • Approved Upper Division Design Elective 3 unit(s) ^
  • University Elective - Lower or Upper Division 3 unit(s)
  • University Elective - Lower or Upper Division 3 unit(s)

Spring Semester (15 units)


Year 4


Fall Semester (16 units)


Spring Semester (14 units)


  •   3 unit(s) **
  • SJSU Studies Area V  3 unit(s)
  • University Elective - Lower or Upper Division 3 unit(s)
  • University Elective - Lower or Upper Division 3 unit(s)
  • University Elective - Lower or Upper Division 1 unit(s)
  • Physical Education 1 unit(s)

Roadmap Notes


48 units of degree requirements + 47 units of GE/SJSU Studies + 25 units of University Electives = 120 units

* Courses are 50% in Common Requirements for the Major (24 units across the four programs).
** Courses are “Area of Specialization” (12 units per program).
*** Either B1 or B2 must be taken with a B3 - Laboratory .
^ Courses are “Design Electives” (12 units). See departmental advisor-approved design electives list at Design Office (ART 120).