B.A. Communication Design (UI/UX) with a Certificate in Graphic Design

Course Overview

The School of Design, Media, and Creative Arts at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) stands out as one of the best Communication Design in UI UX Design colleges in Bangalore. Our Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design (UI/UX) programme, combined with a Certificate in Graphic Design, offers an immersive educational experience that merges the worlds of visual communication, user interface (UI), and user experience (UX) design. This comprehensive programme is meticulously designed to prepare students for successful careers in the dynamic field of design, equipping them with a broad spectrum of skills and knowledge.

B.A. UI UX Graphic Design Course Highlights

This programme at one of the best design colleges in Bangalore will lay the foundation for strategic research in the domain, understanding of design attributes, development and realisation of products and accessories for various niche markets

Course Commencement

Date : August 2024

Duration of Study:

4 Years (8 semesters)

Eligibility

The minimum qualification required to apply is a pass in the 10+2 examination in Science or Commerce from PUC / ISC / CBSE or an equivalent board. A course recognized as equivalent thereto by the University.

Career Path
  1. Critical Reasoning & Problem Solving
  2. Creativity & Design
  3. Technical Knowledge
  4. Software & Technology
  5. Organized Planning & Management
  6. Communication
  7. Learning
Curriculum Structure

Candidates admitted into the B.A. UI UX Graphic design programme in Communication Design undergo a common Foundation Year. Students are introduced to developing their design sensibilities with several experiential opportunities. The design courses students get to experience the design foundation through are:

Semester 1
  1. HISTORY OF DESIGN
  2. DESIGN STUDY
  3. FUNDAMENTAL OF VISUAL ART
  4. DIGITAL ART
  5. KANNADA 1 (OR)
  6. SANSKRIT 1 (OR)
  7. HINDI 1 (OR)
  8. ADDITIONAL ENGLISH 1
  9. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION 1
  10. MIND MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN VALUES 1
  11. TD-PCL I
Semester 2
  1. DRAWING SKILL-LIFE STUDY
  2. UNDERTAKING VISUAL RESEARCH
  3. STORYTELLING
  4. VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITING
  5. KANNADA 2 (OR)
  6. SANSKRIT 2 (OR)
  7. HINDI 2 (OR)
  8. ADDITIONAL ENGLISH 2
  9. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION 2
  10. MIND MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN VALUES 2
  11. TD-PCL II

Semester 3
  1. DESIGN COMMUNICATION & VISUALIZING IDEAS
  2. ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
  3. MAJOR 1
  4. FOUNDATION OF UX DESIGN /UX (or)
  5. FOUNDATION OF UI DESIGN /UI
  6. MAJOR 2
  7. EMPATHY AND UNDERSTANDING PROBLEMS (or)
  8. DIGITAL TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
  9. GENERAL ELECTIVE
  10. SEC
  11. TD-PCL III
Semester 4
  1. STORYBOARD DESIGN
  2. INDIAN CONSTITUTION
  3. MAJOR 1
  4. USER CENTERED DESIGN METHODOLOGIES (or)
  5. UI GUIDELINES AND APPLICATIONS (INCLUDING NOTIFICATION AND DIALOG DESIGN)
  6. MAJOR 2
  7. COGNITIVE ERGONOMICS TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
  8. USER INTERACTION AND EXPERIENCE DESIGN
  9. GENERAL ELECTIVE
  10. TD-PCL IV

Semester 5
  1. HCI
  2. Product design & lifecycle management
  3. DESIGN THINKING AND CONTEXTUAL APPLICATION
  4. MAJOR 1
  5. UX INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE (or)
  6. PROTOTYPING AND WIREFRAMING
  7. MAJOR 2
  8. ETHNOGRAPHY AND PEOPLE
  9. DESIGN SYSTEM AND STYLE GUIDELINE
  10. GENERAL ELECTIVE
  11. SEC
  12. TD-PCL V
Semester 6
  1. WRITING FOR DIGITAL MEDIA / CONTENT
  2. MAJOR 1
  3. USABILITY TESTING (or)
  4. DESIGNING FOR MOBILE TECHNOLOGIES
  5. MAJOR 2
  6. UX DESIGN FOR FUTURISTIC TECHNOLOGIES (or)
  7. DESIGNING FOR WEB TECHNOLOGIES
  8. SEC
  9. TD-PCL VI

Semester 7
  1. Advance Research Methodology 1
  2. Collaborative Project
  3. Foreign Language 1
Semester 8
  1. Advance Research Methodology 2
  2. Foreign Language 2

Note:
Courses on offer are subject to change between semesters or academic years depending on relevant recommendations from experts in industry, academia and other important stakeholders

Exploring Opportunities Following B.A

As one of the top design colleges in Bangalore, graduates with a B.A. Communication Design (UI/UX) possesses a unique skill set that allows them to conceptualise, design, and develop innovative products. They work across industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, and more. Graduates can use their design skills to start their own design firms or product companies, bringing their innovative ideas to the market. Some opportunities and prospective roles that students can pursue after completing a B.A. Communication Design (UI/UX) are:

  1. UI/UX Designer
  2. Graphic Designer
  3. Web Designer
  4. Art Director
  5. Brand Identity Specialist
  6. Interactive Designer
  7. User Researcher
  8. Information Architect
  9. Content Strategist
  10. Illustrator
  11. Packaging Designer
  12. Publication Designer

Whether it's creating user-friendly digital interfaces, developing visual content, specialising in web design, leading design teams, crafting brand identities, or designing interactive experiences, our programme prepares you for a dynamic and rewarding career in the design field, with expertise spanning both digital and print media.


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