2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog

Robert Busch School of Design

BFA Graphic Design coordinator: Prof. Edward Johnston

jedward@kean.edu

Industrial Design coordinator: Prof. Efe Kutuk

efkutuk@kean.edu

Interior Design coordinator: Prof. Linda O’Shea

loshea@kean.edu

 

The School of Design offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design, Graphic Design: Interactive Advertising Design (formerly titled “Visual Communications”) and in Interior Design, and the Bachelor of Industrial Design (BID).

The BFA and BID degrees offer intensive professional study for students seeking careers in design. Emphasis is placed upon creativity and function in designing products, environments, and visually communicating messages.

A portfolio review along with admission to the University, is required for acceptance into the BFA and BID programs. Information regarding the portfolio requirement may be obtained from The School of Design (908) 737-4740. Students enrolled in the BFA and BID programs are required to maintain a 3.0 grade point average in major requirements to continue in the program and to receive the degree.

The BFA and BID programs are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). The Interior Design program is also accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).

For more information, please see http://www.kean.edu/academics/robert-busch-school-design

All incoming freshman and transfer students are required to purchase, maintain, and equip a laptop computer for use in design courses. See the specific requirements on the Robert Busch School of Design website or request directions from design@kean.edu.

For more information, please see http://www.design.kean.edu