How does one go about getting an education in graphic design?
The best course of action is to attend an accredited two-year graphic design college, that focuses on the practical side. The curriculum should be 93% art related and 7% general education courses that tie into the field such as: creative writing, marketing, small group communication and English composition, to name a few. They are courses that will lead to a more well-rounded individual and may result in higher management positions later. After two tears of study, you will receive an Associate Degree and then go on to pursue a career. The four-year college or university offers a Bachelor Degree where 45% of the curriculum is devoted to general education courses and the other 55% to art. Both offer interesting options. If you’re itching for that BA Degree, complete the two-year school, get a jump start on your career and work in the field – then continue your education to earn a BA Degree in the evening or weekends; or begin with a four-year college where the fifth year is a co-op, and