Design IV: Capstone
Design IV: Capstone
DESMA X 479.6P
In this thesis-oriented capstone course, Design Communication Arts students put all they've learned into action to tackle real-world design projects in the civic realm.
Typically Available
Fall
Spring
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Cost
Starting at $925.00
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Experience a class that functions as closely to a studio/agency environment as possible
Working as a team, isolate a design problem in the civic realm
Research and develop a brand’s opportunities, including interviewing stakeholders
Identify and articulate brand strategy and goals
Build design assets and deliverables to communicate the brand positioning
Refine skills in brainstorming, researching, and group critique
About This Course
In this thesis-oriented capstone course, Design Communication Arts students put all they've learned into action to tackle real-world design projects in the civic realm. Public presentation, collaboration, observation, research and problem-solving skills are emphasized.
Prerequisites
All core design courses or departmental approval.
Winter 2026 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
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Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Live Online
Remote Classroom
Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Thu Jan 8, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 15, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 22, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 29, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 5, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 12, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 19, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 26, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Mar 5, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Mar 12, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Mar 19, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
This course applies toward the following programs
Design Communication Arts
certificate
certificate
Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.
Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.