Interaction & UI/UX Design (MA)

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Design Thinking

• Gather, analyze and apply the information necessary to develop design solutions centered on real target users
• Create interactive architecture to support the needs of the projects’ functionality

Visual Communication

• Effectively utilize grid, hierarchy, typography, color, and composition
• Apply the above design principles to effectively implement and show interactivity appropriate to the project

Technical Abilities

• Demonstrate an understanding of the current interactive technologies by selecting the appropriate technical tools to complete substantive projects and a professional portfolio site

User Experience

• Demonstrate a realistic consideration of potential users
• Apply testing results to refine projects throughout the design process, documenting key iterations along the way

Professional Readiness

• Present a clearly defined portfolio that comprehensively integrates all the skills learned in the MA program
• Accurately cite or credit sources used to develop portfolio work

Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
2. Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual knowledge.
3. Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skills relevant to their field.
4. Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
5. Evaluate work in their field, including their own work, using professional terminology.
6. Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
7. Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design.
8. Engage with a variety of communities beyond the classroom through internship opportunities, study abroad programs, athletics, student interest clubs as well as collaborative, civic and pro bono projects.