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Design Communication Arts Certificate: Course Sequencing

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The Design Communication Arts certificate program consists of 11 required courses which progressively build technical skills and design knowledge, and 2 elective courses. The recommended course sequence can be found on the curriculum planner on the website, and listed below. Since the curriculum is designed to progressively build technical skills and design knowledge, we highly recommend following this sequence for best success. Prerequisites for courses can be found in the “About This Course” section on the individual course pages, as well as in the Help Center article titled “Design Communication Arts Certificate: Courses with Prerequisites”

If you would like to craft an individualized study plan that deviates from the published certificate planner on the website, or would like to speak with someone about how to craft a schedule that works for your scheduling needs or personal goals, please contact our student advising team at advising@uclaextension.edu. Some courses have required prerequisites and others build upon each other, so it’s best to consult with an advisor if you would like to take courses outside of the recommended sequence.

Please note: when preparing to enroll, please ensure you are aware of all dates and deadlines available on our Academic Term Calendar.

 

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