International Graphic Design Schools

Graphic designers earned a median annual salary of $42,400 in 2008 creating electronic and print media for a variety of end products; advertising campaigns, directional signage, company logos and product images, just to name a few. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects a 13 percent growth in the field through 2018. Candidates need a bachelor's degree to remain competitive in the workforce, and attending an international program provides the necessary training with opportunities for cultural enrichment and learning another language.
  1. Florence Design Academy

    • The Florence Design Academy in Italy offers one, two and three year undergraduate courses and a one year master's program in graphic design. The school's programs combine traditional art concepts with contemporary digital art techniques and software skills to prepare students with a competitive edge in the field. Students have opportunities to enter international art competitions while pursuing their studies. The school teaches all courses in English, and students in the program receive free tuition for Italian language classes. Regular courses begin in September and January and the school offers a summer program in 3D visualization and advanced photorealistic rendering for graphic design professionals. Upon completion of the enrollment process, the school sends international students an enrollment certificate needed to obtain a student visa.

      Florence Design Academy
      Via Martelli n. 4
      50129 Firenze
      Italy
      +39-055-287-000
      florencedesignacademy.com

    London College of Communication

    • The School of Graphic Design at the London College of Communication in England gives students opportunities to research, learn about principles of graphic design and design problem-solving techniques. Graphic design programs of study include master's, bachelor's and diploma courses. Topics include visual storytelling and designing by type. The school works with students from outside of the European Union to provide support services and academic planning assistance. Students must submit a portfolio or samples of work with the application for admission.

      London College of Communication
      International Office
      Elephant and Castle
      London SE1 6SB
      +44-0-20-7514-8138
      lcc.arts.ac.uk

    University of Dundee

    • Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design at the University of Dundee in Scotland offers a bachelor's of design degree in graphic design that a student may declare after completion of general foundation in art core courses. A problem-based learning approach and one-on-one professor attention compliments classroom lecture, workshops and field experience. Graduates can move onto graphic design work or post-graduate study. The college offers a master's degree curriculum in graphic design. Students can participate in one or two semester exchange programs in one of 12 different countries in Europe, North America and Oceania, as well as national competitions in graphic design and exhibitions in London and Dundee. Applicants must submit a portfolio of work and U.K. applicants must also take part in an on-campus interview. The school teaches all courses in English and an international student department assists students in obtaining a student visa from the UK Border Agency.

      University of Dundee
      Dundee DD1 4HN
      Scotland
      +44-1382-384-028
      dundee.ac.uk

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