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The University Of Georgia
Program name: Graphic Design (Eng)
Study Level: Undergraduate
Program leader: Nino Laghidze
Nino Sakvarelidze
Study language: English
Qualification:
Program capacity: 180
Program permission: Admission to the program is open to Georgian and/or foreign citizens based on: Results of the Unified National Examinations, or Cases described in the Order №224/N of the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia (December 29, 2011), which allows enrollment without passing Unified National or General Master’s Exams. Student mobility is conducted in accordance with Order №10/N of the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia (February 4, 2010). Student enrollment is carried out according to the university’s internal regulations, following administrative registration and an official order of the Rector. According to Order №224/N, proof of English language proficiency may be provided by submitting an internationally recognized certificate: TOEFL iBT – minimum score 72 IELTS – minimum score 5.5 PTE General – minimum level B2 FCE – minimum level B Alternatively, passing a university-organized English language exam (at least 70% of the maximum score) is acceptable. To enroll in the program, applicants must: Successfully pass a creative exam (submission of a thematic artwork) Demonstrate English language proficiency at B2 level
Program goals:

The aim of the program is to prepare professional graphic designers capable of effectively solving visual and communication problems in both local and global markets. Graduates will use contemporary design principles and technological tools to create high-quality advertising, artistic, and print products, including web design, motion graphics, and visual content for social media. 
Through a combination of compulsory courses and practical work tailored to the program’s specifics, graduates will develop teamwork, communication, and professional responsibility skills and fully adapt to the dynamic digital market, enabling them to work effectively in web studios, digital agencies, and multimedia companies. 

Methods for Attaining Learning Outcomes:
  • Interactive lectures
  • Written assignments
  • Oral (verbal) methods
  • Explanatory methods
  • Practical work
  • Demonstrations
  • Presentations
  • Action-oriented learning
  • Project-based learning
  • Lecture-seminars
  • Literature review
  • Induction, deduction, analysis, and synthesis
  • Discussion of current developments
  • Teamwork
Learning outcomes:
Knowledge and understanding

  • Upon completion of the program, student:

    • Describes and analyzes the main stages and theoretical principles of the formation and development of graphic design and visual communication/media art and connects them to contemporary cultural and technological trends;
    • Describes creative principles, methods, and terminology in graphic design and relates them to classical fine arts principles, including practical application aspects;
    • Identifies and differentiates key digital-technological groups of computer graphics and explains the operating principles of computer hardware components;
    • Reviews artistic and creative processes and trends in the advertising/communication creative industry, including forms and technologies of graphic design.

    • Skills

  • Upon completion of the program, student:

    • Creates print and digital design projects aligned with contemporary artistic trends using technical and technological tools, considering communication objectives for portfolios and online/offline platforms;
    • Identifies artistic-technological problems and print-specific features, analyzes them, and resolves them during digital or print creative projects;
    • Develops structural drawings within multimedia projects, manages spatial composition, and ensures visual balance and consistency through deliberate use of compositional elements;
    • Develops typographic and visual components of graphic design, including branding, logos, posters, and book design, ensuring consistency of composition, style, and visual hierarchy across projects;
    • Presents and discusses projects, providing well-argued explanations of design decisions to a professional audience.

    • Responsibility and autonomy

  • Upon completion of the program, student:

    • Defines professional roles and adheres to principles of professional ethics in practical activities;
    • Works on both group and individual projects;
    • Ensures professional development by integrating acquired knowledge and practical skills with the latest trends in the field.
    • Date of approval: 12-19-2025
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    Program details:
    Teaching Process Characteristics:

    To obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, a student must accumulate 180 ECTS credits, including:

    Core program courses – 144 ECTS

    Elective courses – 18 ECTS

    Free credits – 18 ECTS

    Program Core

    Code Subject ECTS Semester
    ARTS1110EHistory of World Art (General course)6 1
    ARTS3133EFundamentals of Academic Drawing6 1
    GRDS1010EComputer Graphics Adobe Illustrator6 1
    GRDS1011EFundamentals of Graphic Design6 1
    GRDS1012EComposition in Graphic Design6 2
    GRDS1013EComputer Graphics Adobe Photoshop6 2
    GRDS1014EFundamentals of Photography6 2
    GRDS1015EComputer Graphics Adobe InDesign6 2
    GRDS1016EPrinting Materials and Technologies6 3
    GRDS1017EVisual Branding6 3
    GRDS1018EComputer Graphics Adobe Premiere Pro6 3
    GRDS1019EFundamentals of Typography6 3
    GRDS1020EComputer Graphics CorelDRAW6 4
    GRDS1021EDesign of Printed Products6 4
    GRDS1022EIntroduction to Animation6 4
    GRDS1023EApplied Graphics: Poster Art6 4
    GRDS1024EArtificial Intelligence in Graphic Design6 5
    GRDS1025EMotion Graphics (After Effects)6 5
    GRDS1026EFigma: A Collaborative Interface Design Tool6 5
    GRDS1027EArt Marketing6 5
    GRDS1028EPortfolio Creation Techniques6 6
    GRDS1029EPracticum in Graphic Design6 6
    GRDS1030EBachelor’s Project in Graphic Design12 6

    Total ECTS to be taken:

    144

    Program Elective

    Code Subject ECTS
    ARCT1120EAdvertisement Design6
    ARTS3217EFar Eastern Art - China and Japan6
    ARTS4120EModern Western European and American Art6
    INFO1112EOffice Systems6
    INFO3030EFundamentals of WEB Technologies6

    Total ECTS to be taken:

    18









    Matrix Of Privequisites


    Point GPA The university assessment   The general assessment in Georgia
    97-100 4,00 A+ A Excellent
    94-96 3,75 A
    91-93 3,50 A-
    87-90 3,25 B+   Very good
    84-86 3,00 B B
    81-83 2,75 B-  
    77-80 2,50 C+   C good
    74-76 2,25 C
    71-73 2,00 C-
    67-70 1,75 D+   D Satisfactory
    64-66 1,50 D
    61-63 1,25 D-
    51-60 1,00 E E Sufficient
    Not passed
    41-50   FX FX Insufficient
    <40   F F Failed



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