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Bachelor of Design in Graphic Design
About
The Bachelor of Design with a profile in Graphic Design is a three-year program offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture - Department of Architecture and Design. It provides a comprehensive education in graphic design, combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills to empower students as industry-ready designers, shaping the forefront of the creative market.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the First Cycle Study programs is possible for any candidate who has successfully completed the Secondary Education and meets the average grade criterion set annually by the Council of Ministers decision in accordance with Article 74 of Law no. 80/2015 on 'Higher Education'.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop skills in digital raster and vector graphics, typography, and corporate identity design.
- Enhance skills in graphic communication, animation, website creation, and publication design, and acquire knowledge of marketing, brand identity, and advertising principles.
- Gain practical experience through internships and a capstone project, preparing for successful entry into the dynamic graphic design industry.
Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for graduation, students must earn a minimum of 144 ECTS credits. Once they reach this threshold, they are in a graduation position and may register for one additional course, regardless of their GPA. However, this additional course must fall within the maximum limit of 45 ECTS credits per semester.
Occupational Opportunities
Graduates of the Graphic Design program can pursue traditional career paths as graphic designers, web designers, or art directors in advertising agencies, design studios, or corporate environments. Opportunities also extend to branding and marketing firms, digital media companies, or freelance design ventures. In addition, roles in publishing, packaging design, user experience (UX) design, and interactive media offer dynamic avenues for employment. The program prepares students for a range of opportunities within the vibrant graphic design landscape.
Access to Further Studies
Upon completion of the Graphic Design program, students have access to advanced studies in specialized areas such as branding, UX design, digital marketing, and master's programs focused on technology and generative AI in graphic design. Opportunities extend to less common fields such as international cooperation agencies or interdisciplinary studies in business or science. Pursuing research-oriented paths or advanced degrees, such as an MFA or Ph.D. in design, can also lead to academic and research positions.
Degree Program for the Local Three Years Bachelor Program in “Design” with Profile in “Graphic Design”
| No | CODE | COURSE NAME | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | ARCH 101 | Basic Design – (Dizajn i Përgjithshëm) | 8 |
| 2 | CS 102 | Computer Applications – (Zbatime Kompjuterike) | 6 |
| 3 | GD 101 | Digital Raster Graphics - (Grafikat Dixhitale Raster) | 6 |
| 4 | ENG 101 | Composition I – (Shkrim Akademik I) | 6 |
| 5 | Foreign Language I - (Gjuhë e Huaj I) | 4 | |
| First-year/Second Semester | |||
| 6 | GD 107 | Digital Vector Graphics - (Grafikat Dixhitale Vektoriale) | 8 |
| 7 | ARCH 106 | History of Architecture, Art and Urban Design I - (Histori e Arkitekturës, Artit dhe Dizajnit Urban I) | 6 |
| 8 | GD 106 | Typography - (Tipografi) | 6 |
| 9 | ENG 102 | Composition II – (Shkrim Akademik II) | 6 |
| 10 | Foreign Language II – (Gjuhë e Huaj II) | 4 | |
| Second Year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | GD 206 | Design of Corporate Identity - (Dizenjimi i Identitetit të Koorporatës) | 8 |
| 2 | ARCH 203 | History of Architecture, Art and Urban Design II - (Histori e Arkitekturës, Artit dhe Dizajnit Urban II) | 6 |
| 3 | ARCH 204 | Computer Aided Design - (Dizajn Kompjuterik) | 6 |
| 4 | Elective course at Department or Faculty level - (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Departamenti ose Fakulteti) | 6 | |
| 5 | GD 202 | Graphic Design Communication - (Komunikimi në Dizajnin Grafik) | 4 |
| Second Year/ Second Semester | |||
| 6 | GD 201 | 2D and 3D Animation – (Animim 2 dhe 3-dimensional) | 8 |
| 7 | GD 207 | Brand Design - (Dizenjimi i Markave) | 6 |
| 8 | ARCH 208 | Technical Drawing - (Vizatim Teknik) | 6 |
| 9 | GD 208 | Design of Advertising Materials - (Dizenjimi i Materialeve Promocionale) | 6 |
| 10 | INT 299 | Internship - (Internship-Praktike) | 4 |
| Third Year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | GD 301 | Website Building - (Ndërtim Website-sh) | 6 |
| 2 | MRKT 302 | Principles of Advertising - (Bazat e Reklamimit) | 6 |
| 3 | Elective course at Department or Faculty level - (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Departamenti ose Fakulteti) | 6 | |
| 4 | GD 302 | Publication Design - (Dizajn Publikmesh) | 6 |
| 5 | ARCH 305 | Theories of Architecture, Art and Urban Design - (Teoritë e Arkitekturës, Artit dhe Dizajnit Urban) | 6 |
| Third Year/ Second Semester | |||
| 6 | Elective course at University level - (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Universiteti) | 4 | |
| 7 | RMSS 333 | Research Methods in Social Sciences - (Metoda Kërkimore në Shkencat Sociale) | 6 |
| 8 | GD 306 | Video Production and Effects - (Prodhimi dhe Efektet në Video) | 6 |
| 9 | GD 307 | Digital Font Production - (Krijimi i Fonteve Dixhitale) | 6 |
| 10 | GP 399 | Graduation Project - (Teza e Diplomës) | 8 |
Elective Courses at Department /Faculty Level
| No. | CODE | COURSE NAME | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CS 103 | Hyrje në Shkenca Kompjuterike dhe Inxhinierike (Introduction to Computer Science and Engineering) | 6 |
| 2 | ARCH 211 | Hyrje në të Menduar Dizenjues (Introduction to Designerly Thinking) | 6 |
| 3 | ARCH 311 | Përdoruesi në Dizajnin Arkitekturor (User in Architectural Design) | 6 |
| 4 | TLCM 202 | Elektronika dhe Logjika Digjitale (Digital Electronics and Logic) | 6 |
| 5 | PHYS 102 | Bota Shkencore (Scientific World) | 6 |
| 6 | MATH 201 | Matematikë Diskrete (Discrete Mathematics) | 6 |
| 7 | STAT 201 | Statistikë I (Statistics I) | 6 |
| 8 | STAT 202 | Statistikë II (Statistics II) | 6 |
| 9 | STAT 203 | Probabilitet dhe Statistikë (Probability and Statistics) | 6 |
| 10 | GT 201 | Teori Loje (Game Theory) | 6 |
Elective Courses at the University Level
| No. | CODE | COURSE NAME | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALB 131 | Albanian Language I (Gjuhë Shqipe I) | 4 |
| 2 | TUR 131 | Turkish Language I (Gjuhë Turke I) | 4 |
| 3 | ALB 132 | Albanian Language II (Gjuhë Shqipe II) | 4 |
| 4 | TUR 132 | Turkish Language II (Gjuhë Turke II) | 4 |
| 5 | ART 201 | Photography (Fotografi) | 4 |
| 6 | ART 202 | Art History (Histori Arti) | 4 |
| 7 | IR 222 | Islamic World (Bota Islame) | 4 |
| 8 | IR 334 | EU and Balkan Studies (Studime te Bashkimit Europian dhe Ballkanit) | 4 |
| 9 | BIO 333 | Human Nutrition (Te ushqyerit e Njeriut) | 4 |
| 10 | BIO 334 | Biology (Biologji) | 4 |
| 11 | BIO 335 | Contemporary Health Problems (Çeshtje Bashkekohore Të Shëndetit) | 4 |
| 12 | LAW 321 | Competition Law (E Drejta e Konkurrencës) | 4 |
| 13 | BI 302 | Project Management in IT (Menaxhim Projektesh në Teknologjinë e Informacionit) | 4 |
| 14 | PSY 310 | Developmental Psychology (Psikologji Zhvillimi) | 4 |
| 15 | CS 310 | System Administration (Administrim Sistemi) | 4 |
Contact Person
For further information, please contact:
Alessandro Masoni
Email: [email protected]
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