Design
Bachelor of Science
Learn design thinking that's in demand across technology, architecture, city planning, government, the arts, interdisciplinary research, and more.
The design degree is a liberal arts design studies program with a studio orientation, rather than a professional specialization. You will develop creative problem-solving skills and effective visual responses to communication challenges using digital and analog media. And you have the flexibility to choose 30 credits of interdisciplinary coursework, accommodating a second major or minor — or choose to deepen your design education by studying abroad.
Highlights
Understand design so you can analyze it, communicate visually, guide others, and do research
Customize your focus with electives in your areas of interest
Gain understanding of design with regard to cultural context
Our accreditation ensures that faculty, curriculum, and facilities meet or exceed national standards
Career Paths
- Design consultant
- Exhibit designer
- Graphic designer
- Illustrator
- Production artist
- Publication designer
Experiential Learning
- Study in Italy for a semester or year at the Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA).
- Study in France for a semester or year at L'Institut Supérieur des Arts Appliqués (LISAA).
- Through an internship, experience what it is like to have a career in a design-related field.
- Choose from other experiential learning pathways such as service learning, student leadership, co-curricular service, or mentored scholarly & creative activity.
Employers
- Buffalo Business First
- CGI Communications
- Devara
- Ear-Q Group
- Geva Theatre Center
- Mason Selkowitz Marketing
- Memorial Art Gallery
- Paychex
- Pavilion Gift Company
- Pinckney Hugo Group
- Rochester Software Associates
98%
of new Nazareth grads are employed or in grad school within six months of graduation
2,054
high-impact experiential learning experiences completed by the undergraduate class of 2023
$4,000
Our SPARK Grant provides up to $4,000 for you to pursue internships, research, and study abroad. SPARK details »
Inside Nazareth's Art & Design Studios
Portfolio option
A portfolio is not required for admission, but we encourage you to schedule a portfolio review to be considered for a scholarship. View portfolio details and register »
Program Director
Alumni Spotlight
Amanda Riekstins '16
"At my job, I'm the graphic designer and I am part of the marketing department, so the skills I learned in classes for my business management minor are useful to me. I'm more aware of how marketing works outside just the visual approach and have a better understanding of how the pieces are going to be used to reach the target market. A B.S. degree offers exposure to a wide variety of topics. You never know where you'll end up working, and since every company has a different focus, it helps to have knowledge of several different subjects. Because Nazareth is a smaller school, I really got to know all of my professors — who prepared me for my career path."