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Visual Arts, Communications and Journalism

A visual arts, communication or journalism program can lead to an exciting career

It gives graduates the skills needed in public relations, non-profits, publishing, corporate environments and more.

Visual arts, communication and journalism programs prepare graduates for high paying careers in a number of fields. A bachelor's degree in a journalism program is designed to provide graduates with the exceptional writing skills necessary for success in print and media writing.

Schools that offer Visual Arts, Communications and Journalism programs

Online

Art Institute Online

Qualifications: Bachelor, Associate
Programs: Photography,
Locations:

Campus

Kaplan College - KHE

Qualifications: Associate
Programs: Associate of Applied Science: Photographic Technology,
Locations: Dayton

Campus

The Art Institutes

Qualifications: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate
Programs: Photography (AAA), Photography (BFA), Photography (BS)
Locations: Fort Lauderdale, Austin, San Antonio, Miami, Nashville, Sterling, Portland, Charleston, Pittsburgh, Denver, Durham, Fort Worth, Overland Park, Seattle, Houston, Minneapolis, Arlington, Virginia Beach, Decatur, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas, Santa Ana, North Hollywood, Indianapolis, Henderson, Phoenix, Sunnyvale, Tinley Park, Jacksonville, Santa Monica, Draper, Tucson, Schaumburg, Novi, Chicago, San Francisco, Tampa, Troy

Campus

Hallmark Institute of Photography

Qualifications: Certificate
Programs: Professional Photography,
Locations: Turners Falls

Campus

Brooks Institute

Qualifications: Bachelor
Programs: Professional Photography,
Locations: Santa Barbara

Programs teach the skills of investigative reporting, ethically gathering and reporting news, and graphic design and layout. Graduates of journalism degree programs are prepared for future careers as writers or editors for newspapers, magazines and print publishers, as well as increasing opportunities for work in online media.

Corporate communication, public relations, advertising and marketing skills can be gained with a communications degree. Graduates learn how to better express and communicate ideas through presentations and visual aids. Specific programs for speech, digital and mass communication prepare students for jobs in technical writing or multimedia arts. Schools often combine communications degrees with specific concentrations desirable for those looking for a future in digital design or journalism.

A bachelor's degree in visual arts is ideal for the creative artist. Teaching and honing the skills of traditional fine arts and modern media including drawing, animation, photography, and sculpture. Depending on the concentration chosen, artists learn how to create a portfolio, work with the latest software, and select and take care of equipment. Career tracks for graduates include web design, production assistance, and illustration.

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