ADVANCED TYPOGRAPHY

ART 525

Course Description

An advanced investigation of typography for visual communication and expression. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of meaning as conveyed through, materials, technology, and design. Projects are experimental and are designed to challenge you to expand your understanding of the function typography plays in design, art, and culture.

Prerequisties

(ART 102 or ART 107 ), ART 346 and ART 438

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

3.38

-6.17% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

2.44% from Historical

A Rate

38.46%

-42.31% from Historical

Class Size

-7.14% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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