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Publication Design

DESMA X 479.4D

Investigate the techniques and best practices of magazine design, annual reports, and branded collateral. 

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Spring
In Person
Starting at $925.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Research, develop, and execute a concept for a publication in print
  • Create custom design elements including logotype design, cover, table of contents, features, departments, page numbers, and illustrations
  • Explore the relationship between editorial content and advertising for maximum impact

About this course:

Investigate the techniques and best practices of magazine design, annual reports and branded collateral. Principles covered include page design, typography, art direction and reproduction methods.
Prerequisites
X 479.6A Design Fundmentals; X 479.4A Typography; and experience with Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Winter 2026 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: John Beach
406497
Fee:
$925.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes

Enrollment limited. 

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Jan 6, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Jan 13, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Jan 20, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Jan 27, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Feb 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Feb 10, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Feb 17, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Feb 24, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Mar 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Mar 10, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Lecture
Tue Mar 17, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

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