12 months
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10250 USD/year
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About

We offer a short course degree in Design Communication Arts at UCLA Extension. Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting.

Overview

Key facts

Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities. The Design Communication Arts (DCA) certificate at UCLA Extension can be completed online or in the classroom. 

What you can learn.

  • An understanding of fundamental design principles, tools and techniques for graphic designers, and how to put your ideas into action.
  • How to position yourself for the competitive job market, including how to build a strong portfolio that shows off your creative abilities. 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Color Methodologies
  • Photoshop 
  • Design: Branding
  • Design History and Context
  • Typography
  • Design

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Delivered

On Campus, Online

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Apply to a certificate program
  • Complete the International Student Certificate Program Application
  • Purchase health insurance
  • Provide us with your supporting documents

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    10250 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 10250 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
  • National

    10250 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 10250 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
  • In-State

    10250 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 10250 USD for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Los Angeles

1520 - 2570 USD /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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