Visual Communication Design: Digital Arts

Duration
3,5 years
Format
Full-time
Degree
Undergraduate
Academic Title
Bachelor of Design
Location
UPH Lippo Village

Overview

The Digital Arts specialization focuses on technology-based visual exploration as a medium of expression within contemporary narrative culture. Students develop digital illustration, animation, 3D works, and interactive media projects while engaging with the dynamics of the global creative industry. Through creative intermedia, multiple mediums are integrated to produce immersive and conceptual works. A systemic approach enables students to understand the relationship between technology, aesthetics, and meaning within the global design ecosystem.

Career Path

  • Digital Illustrator
  • Animator
  • 3D Artist
  • Visual Effects Artist
  • Game Visual Designer

Curriculum

First Year

1st Semester
Courses
Credit
Basic Design Studio 1
5
Drawing 1
3
Computer Graphics 1
3
Photography
3
History of Art & Civilization 1
2
Indonesian Language
2
Servanthood Leadership
2
2nd Semester
Courses
Credit
Basic Design Studio 2
5
Drawing 2
3
Computer Graphics 2
3
Videography
3
History of Art & Civilization 2
2
Christian Religion OR World Religions
4
3rd Semester
Courses
Credit
Indonesian Visual Culture
2
History of Art & Civilization 3
2
Pancasila
2
Civics
2

Second Year

1st Semester
Courses
Credit
Design Studio 1
6
Typography 1
3
Illustration 1
3
Cinematography 1
3
Visual Communication Design History
2
God and Creation OR God and Universe
4
2nd Semester
Courses
Credit
Design Studio 2
6
Visual Narrative Design 2
3
Illustration 2
3
Visual Perception
2
God and Sin OR Humanity and Morality
4
3rd Semester
Courses
Credit
Design Management
2
God and The New Creation OR History and Society
4

Third Year

1st Semester
Courses
Credit
Integrative Design Studio 1
6
Aesthetics
2
Creative Industries
2
Design Methods
2
Foundations of Generative AI: Technology, Ethics and Human Responsibility
2
Elective Course
3
2nd Semester
Courses
Credit
Integrative Design Studio 2
6
Design, Media, and Culture
2
Portfolio & Career Preparation
2
Design Research Methods
2
Reflective Reasoning
2
Elective Course
3
3rd Semester
Courses
Credit
Internship
6

Fourth Year

1st Semester
Courses
Credit
Final Project
8