Visual Literacy Lecture

Required for MFA1 Graphic Design students in the
3-year track and must also register for AGRA-552.
This course may be open to students at other year
levels, and in other Schools, by Permission of
Instructor.
An introduction to the basic principles,
strategies, methods and processes necessary for
the practice of graphic design. Focus will be
on, developing a sound understanding of all
components related to visual form, process and
making. Attention will be given to
communication, concept and meaning as well as
image-making, composition and typography.
Throughout the semester, students will be exposed
to a range of design related practitioners, both
historical and contemporary. The Lecture course
allows time and instruction for presentations,
research, analysis, interpretation, and
discussion.