Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program in Web Design: 

• Core Design Courses: These courses form the foundation of the program and typically cover principles of design, color theory, typography, and layout. They provide students with a solid understanding of visual communication and aesthetics, which are essential for creating engaging and effective websites.
  Web Development: Students learn the technical skills necessary to build websites from scratch. This includes learning markup languages like HTML and CSS for structuring and styling web pages, as well as scripting languages like JavaScript for adding interactivity and functionality to websites.
  User Experience (UX) Design: UX design focuses on creating seamless and intuitive experiences for website visitors. Students learn about user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing to ensure that websites are user-friendly and meet the needs of their target audience.
  Graphic Design for the Web: This area of study explores how graphic design principles can be applied to web design. Students learn about creating visual assets such as logos, icons, and images optimized for the web, as well as techniques for designing visually appealing interfaces.
  Interactive Design and Animation: Students learn how to create engaging interactive elements and animations for websites using tools like Adobe Animate, CSS animations, and JavaScript libraries. This includes understanding principles of motion design and how to use animation to enhance user experience.
  Responsive Web Design: With the increasing use of mobile devices, responsive web design has become essential. Students learn how to design and develop websites that adapt and respond to different screen sizes and devices, ensuring a consistent user experience across platforms.
  Portfolio Development: Throughout the program, students work on projects that showcase their skills and creativity. They learn how to curate their work into a professional portfolio, which is essential for securing internships and job opportunities in the field after graduation.
  Industry Tools and Software: Students become proficient in using industry-standard software and tools for web design and development, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Sketch, Figma, and code editors like Visual Studio Code.
  Internships and Capstone Projects: Many programs offer opportunities for internships or capstone projects where students can gain real-world experience working with clients or on collaborative projects. This provides valuable hands-on experience and helps students transition from academia to the professional world.

  • Program Overview:

    Degree Offered: Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Web Design.

    Duration: Typically a 4-year undergraduate program.

    Objective: To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design visually appealing, user-friendly, and technically proficient websites.

    Curriculum:

    1.Foundation Courses:

    • Introduction to Art and Design
    • Drawing Fundamentals
    • Colour Theory
    • Design Principles

    2.Core Web Design Courses:

    • Web Design Fundamentals
    • Typography for the Web
    • HTML and CSS Basics
    • JavaScript for Web Designers
    • Responsive Web Design
    • User Experience (UX) Design
    • Interaction Design
    • Web Animation
    • Information Architecture

Graphic Design and Visual Communication:

Graphic Design for the Web
Digital Imaging
Vector Graphics
Logo and Icon Design

Technical Skills Development:

Advanced HTML and CSS
JavaScript Frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
Server-Side Scripting (e.g., PHP, Node.js)
Database Management
Version Control (e.g., Git)

Design Software Proficiency:

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD)
Sketch
Figma
In Vision
Code Editors (Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text)

Portfolio Development:

Project-based coursework to build a professional portfolio showcasing student work.
Portfolio review and critique sessions to refine presentation skills.

Elective Courses:

Specialization options (e.g., Advanced Web Animation, E-commerce Design, Mobile App Design).
Additional courses in related fields such as Digital Marketing, UI Design, or Motion Graphics.

Internship Opportunities:

Optional or required internships allowing students to gain practical experience in professional settings.
Networking opportunities with industry professionals.

Capstone Project:

Culminating project where students apply their skills to solve real-world web design challenges.
Presentation of capstone projects to faculty, peers, and potential employers.

Skills Developed:

Proficiency in web design principles, including layout, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy.
Ability to create responsive and accessible websites optimized for various devices and screen sizes.
Understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices in UX/UI design.
Proficiency in front-end web development languages and frameworks (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
Experience with design software and tools used in the industry.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills for working in multidisciplinary teams.

Career Outcomes:

Web Web  Designer
Front-End  Developer
UI/UX  Designer
Interactive Designer
Digital Art Director
Multimedia  Specialist
Motion  Graphics  Designer
Freelance  Web  Designer/Developer