Communication Design

Your studies will combine theory and practice, exploring cultural, historical, technical, and ecological issues related to the field of visual design. This knowledge, combined with your hands-on studio courses, will equip you to develop an engaging communication design practice.

In the first years of your program, you'll take a required mix of core studio and critical studies courses. As you progress through your degree, you'll move toward more advanced and flexible electives that allow you to personalize your design education.

The communication design program encourages you to work collaboratively and engage with the ethical dimensions of design practice, in social, cultural, political and ecological contexts. You will develop an understanding of how your practice contributes to a culture of design in everyday life.

You'll delve into the areas of design that inspire you most — and define your own practice along the way. You’ll be able to explore typography, motion graphics, interactivity, wayfinding, information design, publication design, art direction, and other areas.

You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your studies by taking courses from complementary areas, including Interaction Design, 2D Animation, 3D Animation, Illustration, and Photography. Upon graduation, you’ll have a strong body of original work and the skills you need to launch your design career.

Communication Design students have access to our spacious and well-equipped shops and studios, including our collaborative Communication Design Studio. Studio culture is at the heart of your educational experience at Emily Carr, as spaces where you can create, learn, collaborate, experiment, and play.

Each space is maintained by expert technical staff who collaborate with faculty and staff to provide students with instruction and guidance. Technical staff ensure safe and accessible working environments and lead instructional workshops to enhance your learning.