The College of Arts, Media and Design (CAMD) at Northeastern University (Northeastern) has several programs for students seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree in Graphic Design. At the undergraduate level, the CAMD has a Design BFA with Concentrations in Graphic and Information Design, Experience Design, and Interaction Design. At the graduate level, students can earn an MFA, MS, or Certificate in Information Design and Visualization. All options prepare students for positions such as Graphic Designer, User Experience Designer, Product Manager, Futuristic Product Designer, Creative Director, Design Strategist, Design Consultant, and Exhibition Designer.
A major component of the CAMD BFA is the Co-op Program, which allows students to gain valuable experience working in the arts, design and media, fashion and travel, food and beverage, government and civic, and news and publishing sectors. Examples of participating companies include NBC Universal, Thomas Reuters, New Balance, The TJX Companies, Ogilvy, The Boston Globe, The Museum of Fine Arts, The Boston Beer Company, Reebok International, City of Boston, MassDOT/MBTA, Dana-Faber Cancer Institute, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, AutoDesk, Fidelity Investments, edX, and Education First.
Students in the Design BFA Program at Northeastern University will graduate with a professional portfolio of their best work.
The Information Design and Visualization Programs at Northeastern University are STEM-designated and feature seminars, studio courses, visiting artists and researchers, workshops, and the option to create a focus area from electives. The 60 credit hour MFA explores design, programming, data analysis, and research methods. The MFA takes two years to complete and the program culminates with a thesis project and exhibition.
The MS is a one-year, 32 credit hour program that explores areas such as human factors, programming, user testing, design process, data physicalization, and user-scenario mapping and observation. The MS program is also available at Northeastern University’s Vancouver, British Columbia campus.
Both graduate options provide Co-op experiences with The Broad Institute, Philips Research, Thomas Reuters, and MassDOT/MBTA. Examples of potential careers include Design Researcher, Data Visualization Expert, Visualization Researcher, Visual Communication Expert, and Visual Strategist.
The Information Design and Visualization Graduate Certificate at Northeastern University consists of 16 credit hours. Designed for students looking to complement their degree in areas such as Communications, Data Science, Design or Media, the Certificate Program explores multidisciplinary areas such as programming, design process, data analysis, user testing, and design critique.
In addition to Co-op experiences, all Northeastern University CAMD students have the opportunity to complete an internship and/or study abroad at the University of Arts London and Central Saint Martins. Other study abroad options include a semester in Ireland, Cuba, Venice, Rome or Berlin.
Graduates of the Information Design and Visualization Programs at Northeastern University are prepared to pursue leadership positions in creative agencies, research institutions, major companies and studios, and public institutions. Graduates are also prepared to pursue a PhD and careers in the academic world.
Northeastern University began as the Evening Institute of the Boston Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) in 1898. The school serves approximately 41,850 students enrolled in more than 400 programs across eight colleges. Northeastern University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).