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Bachelor of Design

BACHELOR OF

Design

The Bachelor of Design program aims to cultivate individuals who demonstrate creativity, productivity, and professionalism within the Arts and Design field. Graduates will exhibit competence, commitment, leadership, and dedication to lifelong learning within their specialized area of expertise.

The program strives to develop graduates who embody the principles of global citizenship, emphasizing values such as peace, justice, truth, and integrity in their creative endeavors. Through their work, they will contribute positively to local and global communities, fostering inclusivity and ethical practice.

Furthermore, the program is committed to fostering a culture of lifelong learning. Its students will be equipped with the skills and motivation to pursue continuing education opportunities, both within commercial enterprises and academic institutions. They will adapt to evolving industry trends and contribute meaningfully to their respective fields throughout their careers

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Program Outcomes

By the end of the program, graduates will be able to   

  • PO 1. Apply knowledge of the theories, principles, tools and techniques in arts and design, in both 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms through manual and digital processes using various media.
  • PO 2. Apply acquired knowledge of Philippine culture, history of art and design, ethics, and sustainable concepts and practices in the culminating activities such as the production-based design thesis project, a creative portfolio, and a thesis book.
  • PO 3. Perform the basic functions of art and design management such as planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling in mounting a design exhibit.
  • PO 4. Work efficiently with multicultural teams in the different aspects of professional industry practice in pursuit of life-long learning.

Key Competencies Developed

The program is designed to develop in its students the following key competencies:

  • First-Year Students: computer-knowledge mastery, creative skills, communication mastery, the value of patience, diligence, respect for history
  • Second-Year Students: critical skills, technical mastery in rendering and design, reflective thinking skills, value of cooperation, trust, selflessness
  • Third-Year Students: observation mastery, strategic planning mastery, the value of teamwork, discipline, dedication to craftsmanship
  • Fourth-Year Students: problem-solving skills, leadership skills, collaborative skills, decision making, mastery of self-concept, self-care, and empathy

Total Program Units: 161 units

Accreditation

This program has Level II accreditation from the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU). More Information >

The following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are addressed by this program:

Potential Careers

Graduates of this program may venture on the following careers:

  • arts managers
  • professional designers
  • creative directors
  • art directors
  • copywriters
  • publicists
  • marketing managers
  • visual artists
  • museum experts
  • curators
  • educators
  • embassy managers
  • arts and culture convenors

CURRICULUM SUMMARY

Courses

Units

General Education Courses

30

  1. ARTA 1.0 (Art Appreciation)
  2. ETH 1.0 (Ethics)
  3. LWR 1.0 (Life and Works of Rizal)
  4. MMW 1.0 (Math in the Modern World)
  5. PCOM 1.0 (Purposive Communication)
  6. RPH 1.0 (Readings in Philippine History)
  7. STS 1.0 (Science, Technology, and Society)
  8. TCW 1.0 (The Contemporary World)
  9. UTS 1.0 (Understanding the Self)
  10. LIT 1.1 (Cross-Cultural Literature)

General Education Elective Courses

9

  1. GEE 1.1 (Nature, Culture and Spirituality)
  2. GEE 2.1 (Gender-Responsive and Entrepreneurial Mindsets for Innovative Thinking)
  3. GEE 3.1 (Peace and Justice in the Church and Society)

National Service Training Program

6

  1. NSTP 1.1
  2. NSTP 2.1

Physical Activity Towards Health and Fitness Courses

8

  1. PATHF 1.0
  2. PATHF 2.0
  3. PATHF 3.0
  4. PATHF 4.0

MC Required Courses

6

  1. T 101 (Biblical Foundation of Christian Faith)
  2. T 103 (Contemporary Moral Issues)

Core Courses

54

  1. AAV-101 (Freehand Drawing)
  2. AAV-102 (Digital Imaging)
  3. AAV-103 (Technical Drawing)
  4. AAV-104 (Design History)
  5. AAV-106 (Rendering)
  6. AAV-107 (Photography)
  7. AAV-108 (Color Theory)
  8. AAV-122 (Creative Women)
  9. AAV-124 (Portfolio + Industry)
  10. DES-101 (Art History)
  11. DES-102 (Design Theory)
  12. DES-103 (Contemporary Art + Design)
  13. DES-104 (Design Workshop)
  14. DES-107.1 (Indigenous Art + Design)
  15. DES-108 (Seminars in Art + Design)
  16. DES-109 (Ergonomics)
  17. DES-110 (Creative Industry + Intellectual Property)
  18. DES-111 (Innovation + Sustainability)

Major / Professional Courses

36

  1. ADS-101 (New Media Marketing)
  2. ADS-102 (Materials, Form, and Texture)
  3. ADS-103 (Spirituality in Design and Semiotics)
  4. ADS-104 (Livable Spaces Design)
  5. ADS-105 (Wearable Fashion Design with Philippine Cultural Emphasis)
  6. ADS-106 (Educational Technology in Design)
  7. ADS-107.1 (Public Spaces Design 1)
  8. ADS-107.2 (Public Spaces Design 2)
  9. ADS-108 (Costume, Make-up, and Accessories Design)
  10. ADS-109 (Creative Product Design)
  11. ADS-110 (Innovation Design Research)
  12. ADS-111 (Design Business and Entrepreneurship)

Design Thesis or Capstone

6

  • ADS-112.1 (Design Capstone Project 1)
  • ADS-112.2 (Design Capstone Project 2)

 

Practicum

6

  • AAV-119 (Design Internship)

 

Total Number of Units

161

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