Design & Media Studies +
CCV’s design & media studies program empowers you to turn your interests into a dynamic career in the arts and media.
Overview
Are you passionate about creativity, communication, design, and technology? CCV’s design & media studies program is a great fit for those who enjoy using visual elements to convey messages and are preparing for roles in advertising, publishing, marketing, media, visual arts, art education, art therapy, or educational technology. CCV’s design & media studies program offers the tools, flexibility, and support to help you succeed.
Through this program you’ll build a strong foundation in:
- Visual and verbal communication
- Design software and drawing techniques
- Professional portfolio development
- Outcomes
- Transfer Pathways
- Explore Careers
- Prior Learning
Graduates of the design & media studies program will be able to:
- Use your creativity to solve visual problems through hands-on projects in art, design, and media
- Work with digital tools to create engaging designs, tell stories, and build content
- Build a professional portfolio that shows you’re ready for a job or further education
- Communicate clearly, think critically, and use skills that employers value
- Explore career options and feel confident about your next steps in education or work
Nearly half of CCV graduates choose to continue their education beyond an associate degree. To make transferring seamless, easy, and affordable, CCV has agreements with other institutions across Vermont and throughout the region.
Students who graduate from CCV with a design & media studies degree can choose from 21 transfer pathways into bachelor’s degrees, including 2+2 pathways that guarantee just 60 more credits after earning an associate degree at CCV.
The Vermont Transfer Guarantee is a partnership between CCV and participating Vermont colleges and universities that provides guaranteed admission and seamless transfer to:
- Champlain College
- Vermont State University
- Norwich University
- Saint Michael’s College
For a full list of transfer pathways from design & media studies, view the transfer pathways search tool.
The Vermont State Colleges System Prior Learning Assessment options help you get credit for any college-level learning you may have gained through work and training, military or community service, or online and self-study. No matter which option you choose, you can save money and graduate sooner. Visit ccv.edu/priorlearning to learn more.
Related Programs
CCV programs are stackable, meaning they build on one another as you progress toward your goals. As you earn your degree in design & media studies, you can also pursue a certificate in:
- Content Creation & Digital Media
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Media Production
- Graphic Design
- Studio Art
