Associate to Bachelor's in Applied Arts Online Visual Communication Completion Program at WUV
Program Overview Why complete your Bachelor's in Visual Communication at WUV?
The Associate to Bachelor's in Applied Arts — Visual Communication at Westerfield University of Virginia is designed for students with an Associate degree who want to complete their full Bachelor's in as little as one additional year. This program expands your creative and technical foundation into visual communications, digital imaging, and photography — preparing you for professional roles across design, media, and the built environment.
Skills you'll learn:
- Visual communications and digital imaging
- Photography and creative media production
- Introduction to painting, sculpture, and fashion design
- Architecture and interior design fundamentals
- Architectural materials and environmental design
- Architecture and technology integration
Courses & Curriculum Visual communication courses that prepare you for your career
This 84-credit curriculum builds on your Associate degree — 8 core applied arts courses and 6 specialist architecture courses — 14 courses total.
Core Applied Arts Courses
Comprehensive applied arts foundations covering design disciplines, visual arts, and creative technologies.
Specialist Architecture Courses
Advanced architecture courses covering structures, materials, technology, and environmental design.
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Career Outlook What can you do with a Bachelor's in Visual Communication?
A Bachelor's in Applied Arts — Visual Communication from WUV prepares you for professional roles across creative, design, and media fields:
- Visual Communications Designer — Create visual content and design solutions across print and digital media.
- Graphic Designer — Develop creative visual assets for brands, advertising, and digital platforms.
- Photographer / Digital Imaging Specialist — Produce photographic and digital media content for clients.
- Marketing Design Assistant — Support brand and marketing teams with visual content.
- Design Project Manager — Lead creative and design projects across media and design firms.
- Graduate School Applicant — Advance to a Master's in Applied Arts or Visual Communication.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects continued demand for graphic designers and visual communications professionals, driven by digital media and marketing growth.