By conveying visual information with both creativity and purpose, designers can literally change the way people see the world. Their work has the power to engage, inspire and disrupt, bringing fresh perspectives to multiple disciplines such as studio art, computer science, marketing, sociology, creative writing and so much more. With the sharp increase in visual media as a primary form of communication, students in design studies play a vital role in shaping the way we engage with information.
Your academic journey in design studies at DePauw will incorporate essential insights from photography, painting, drawing, sculpture and ceramics. It will also grant you access to all three gallery spaces in the Peeler Art Center as well as a shared digital computer lab with large format printing, individual studio space for senior majors and the Tenzer Technology Center for research and experimentation. On top of these remarkable on-campus resources, students in design studies often enjoy programs and internships off campus, expanding their knowledge and gaining practical experience for a lifetime of innovation.
Major | Degree | School | Format | Course Credits |
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Design Studies | Undergraduate, B.A. | The Creative School | On Campus | 10 Courses |
Design Studies
Undergraduate, B.A.
On Campus
10 Courses
Minor | School | Format | Course Credits |
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Design Studies | The Creative School | On Campus | 5 Courses |
Leveraging the resources of the Creative School, the design studies major at DePauw is housed in the Department of Art and Art History. This department empowers students to engage, critique and shape culture by understanding and applying the fundamentals of effective artistic expression.