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Anastasia Meadors
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Graphic and Interactive Design

Graphic and Interactive Design

Graphic design shapes the visual and social culture. The fundamentals of graphic design—exciting ideas, effective communication and historical context—are essential to everyone working in the field. Acquire sound working knowledge of print and Web design as well as package and typographic design. Prepare to learn from industry professionals and gain the skills to build a comprehensive portfolio and advance in the field.

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Featured Courses

New! Typography Fundamentals

through a broad understanding of historical and contemporary usage and the technological media associated with it. Learn more.

Creating Websites With HTML

Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, learn to build pages of increasing sophistication and design. Learn more.

Graphic Design Studio I

Through a series of challenging foundation projects, gain an understanding of the basic principles of graphic design. Learn more.

InDesign

Explore the fundamentals of InDesign—including its unique typographic and graphic capabilities—while learning shortcuts and tips to efficiently use the program’s tools. Learn more.

Package Design

Learn design concepts and practical applications of package design and construction. Learn more.

Events, Programs and Resources

Larry LozaresArt and Design Gallery

View examples of student and instructor artwork and class projects in Extension's Art and Design program areas. Go to gallery.

 

Specialized Program of Study (What is a specialized program of study?)

Graphic Design (EDP 022406)

The Professional Sequence in Graphic Design offers a study of timeless design principles accompanied by an appreciation of historical and current design trends. Learn from industry professionals how to build a comprehensive portfolio and advance in the field. Learn more.

Learn more about all of UC Berkeley Extension's professional certificates and specialized programs of study.

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To contact the department office, send an email to designarts@unex.berkeley.edu or call (415) 284-1070.