The Associate Degree in Applied Arts at westerfield university of virginia provides a foundational education spanning architecture, interior design, and visual communication — the core disciplines of the applied arts. This program prepares students for entry-level creative and design roles or for continued study in a Bachelor's degree program in applied arts, architecture, or a related design field.
This 96-credit Associate program includes 10 general education courses, 3 core applied arts courses, and 3 specialist architecture courses — 16 courses total.
Broad foundational knowledge across humanities, sciences, and communication.
Introductory courses spanning applied arts, architecture, and interior design.
Applied architecture courses covering structures, technology, and civil engineering systems.
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An Associate in Applied Arts from WUV provides a creative and technical foundation for entry-level roles or continued study:
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects steady growth across architecture, interior design, and graphic design occupations, with strong demand in construction, real estate, and media industries.