Graphic Design Programs
Graphic Design Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS)
Graphic Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (BFA)
Be creative
Put your talents to work in an exciting career.
Imagine designing the logo for a brand that will be known around the world. Or creating the cover design for the next number one album or book. Or developing the look of an app that will be used by a billion people. And the list goes on. What do they have in common? All of these projects are done by graphic designers.
Design is more than aesthetics—it's a process.
Great design isn’t just about making things look good—it’s about turning ideas and research into thoughtful, effective design solutions. Behind every logo, website, or marketing campaign is a process of ideation, experimentation, and refinement. At Berkeley College, you’ll learn how to approach design by strategically balancing creativity with problem-solving to create work that not only looks great but also communicates, engages, and delivers results.
Your creative journey starts here!
Exciting opportunities await at Berkeley College! In addition to our BFA, we now offer an Associate’s degree (AAS) in Graphic Design at our New York City campus. You can start with an AAS, then seamlessly transfer your credits to the BFA program—giving you more flexibility, more career options, and greater earning potential.
Practical programs that focus on your potential, not just your portfolio or past performance.
Your future success as a graphic designer doesn’t necessarily depend on your test scores or high school art portfolio. We look for students with the desire and the drive to put their passion to work. We also emphasize real-world career skills that can help you stand out in the professional world.
Flexibility to fit your life:
You can study on campus, online, or through a blend of both to balance an excellent education with even the busiest schedule.
Traditional artistic skills combined with today’s technology
You’ll learn a broad range of skills in our specialized design studios, which feature the current hardware and software used by top professionals. And you’ll learn from professors with extensive experience in many different areas of design. The curriculum will expose you to traditional, digital, and emerging media.
Skills you’ll learn:
- Brand identity development
- Packaging design
- User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design
- Motion graphics and animation
- Digital photography and image editing
- Illustration and concept art
- Publication design and typography
- Web and interactive media design
- 3D and game-related design
Career paths you can pursue:
- Brand designer
- UI/UX designer
- Motion graphics artist
- Packaging designer
- Digital illustrator
- Art director
- Web and interactive designer
- Publication designer
- And more
Here’s what sets the Berkeley Graphic Design program apart:
- You’ll learn in small classes with personal attention from instructors with real-world design experience
- You’ll have access to current technology used by design professionals
- An emphasis on critical thinking and creative problem solving
- You’ll have opportunities for field trips, guest lectures, and other design-related events
- You may have the opportunity to participate in an internship or job-related assignment for a valuable learning experience
- You’ll have exceptional networking opportunities through faculty and alumni connections
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Goktug Akkus
Goktug Akkus
Founder
DTF Jersey
Goktug Akkus is the founder of DTF Jersey, a custom apparel production and printing company based in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Through his company, he works with businesses, schools, and organizations to produce high-quality custom garments using modern digital printing technologies, including Direct-to-Film (DTF) and UV DTF printing.
He served as a Computer Science CTE (Career and Technical Education) teacher at Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI), where he taught students practical technology and programming skills. After leaving the classroom, he transitioned into entrepreneurship, building online businesses across platforms such as Amazon, eBay, and Shopify before founding DTF Jersey.
Angie Godlewska
Angie Godlewska
Brand Strategy & Digital Experience Advisor
Angie Godlewska is a Brand Strategy and Digital Experience Advisor with more than 20 years of experience guiding organizations in building credible brands and effective digital platforms. As founder of Kredo Design, she advises on brand positioning, website strategy, and search visibility. Her work integrates psychology, storytelling, and user experience to help companies strengthen their market presence and support sustainable growth.
Kathy López
Kathy López
Art Director & Packaging Designer
Kathy López is a packaging designer and art director specializing in fragrance, beauty, and lifestyle brands. A 2016 graduate of Berkeley College’s Graphic Design program, she has created brand identities and packaging for leading beauty and fragrance companies, translating cultural trends into compelling consumer products for major retailers and celebrity brands. Kathy brings industry insight on packaging design, brand development, and the evolving relationship between culture and product.
Caleb Moss
Caleb Moss
Graphic Designer
Caleb Moss is a Detroit‑based creative director, brand identity specialist, and narrative designer shaping culture through design‑driven storytelling. He creates visual systems, campaigns, and content for sports, community, wellness, and other brands. His practice blends strategy, emotion, and craft to build identities that resonate and strengthen communities.
Jerry Ubah
Jerry Ubah
Senior Graphic Designer
Jerry Ubah is a results-driven Senior Visual Designer with 8+ years of experience in branding, product, UI/UX, and motion design. He is highly skilled in developing user-centered visual systems, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering high-quality assets in agile and scrum environments with a proven track record of creating conversion-driven visuals and scalable design systems for global brands such as Complex Networks and Timberland.
The details depicted in the profiles have been provided and authenticated by each Advisory Board member, who bears sole responsibility for such content.
Career Opportunities
The Graphic Design program at Berkeley College is both innovative to give you more career options…and thorough to help you stand out in the job market.
Along with the history of graphic design and a strong foundation in art and design principles, the curriculum exposes students to the problem-solving process using a broad range of traditional, digital, and emerging media. Critical thinking, conceptual problem solving, and creativity are emphasized as students learn about:
- Brand design
- UI/UX design
- Motion graphics
- Packaging design
- Digital illustration
- Web and interactive design
- Publication design
- 3D and game-related design
- And more
Catalog
Graphic Design Programs
You’ll find additional information in our Catalog, including the different degrees offered, descriptions of the courses you’ll take, the department faculty, and much more. You can always live chat or contact us with questions.
Faculty
Julia Hutchinson (Chair)
Benjamin Hoyng
Student Gallery
The Graphic Design program at Berkeley College prepares students for careers in visual communication, branding, digital media, motion design, and print production. Through project-based learning, students build a strong foundation in design principles, creative strategy, and software skills used across the industry.
This student gallery features portfolio-ready work created in courses that teach branding, publication design, packaging, and motion graphics. Projects reflect the program’s emphasis on concept development, technical execution, and real-world application. Students in their final year complete a Capstone project and professional portfolio that showcases their ability to solve design problems and communicate ideas visually.
Visual Identity & Branding
Through research, storytelling, and iterative sketching, students explore how to create visual systems that express a brand’s mission and connect with its audience. Projects span logo development, stationery, social assets, and packaging.
Motion & Illustration
Motion graphics and illustration projects challenge students to combine visual storytelling with timing, rhythm, and narrative clarity. Projects include animated logos, GIF loops, rotoscope animation, and personal illustrations.
Capstone Project & Portfolio Development
As a culmination of their academic journey, students in the BFA Graphic Design program complete a Capstone project that reflects their personal interests, research, and design focus. This final semester includes developing a portfolio that demonstrates a cohesive body of work, ready for presentation to employers, clients, or graduate programs.
Virtual Galleries in the Metaverse
In addition to the physical exhibit gallery at the Woodland Park campus, we also showcase curated student work in Metaverse galleries. These immersive exhibitions allow audiences to explore motion graphics, interactive experiences, and thematic installations in a 3D environment accessible from desktop, mobile, or VR headset.
Locations Offered
The Graphic Design BFA and AAS degree programs are offered by Berkeley College New Jersey and Berkeley College New York. The Graphic Design program courses are offered online and as identified in the Course Schedule for each semester.
Testimonials
Vanessa Guzman
Berkeley College Alumna
“While attending Berkeley College, I designed a life I love. I cannot start or finish my adult life story without mentioning Berkeley. I am forever grateful for my experience.”
Jonathan Moran
Berkeley College Alumnus
“The Berkeley Graphic Design program is great. The classes connect to each other. What you learn in one course helps prepare you for the next course. Sometimes, I didn’t even realize how much I was learning. In small classes, we’re able to get close with professors. And they’re always available when we have questions.”
Isaac Salazar
Berkeley College Alumnus - Honors Program
“At Berkeley, it felt like there was much more of a community. It was always very welcoming. The program actually emphasizes the real-world workforce environment. They teach you step-by-step everything you need to know to get out there and do your best in the workforce. To me, Berkeley College is progress, in every sense of the word. It’s always about what do you need to do to move forward. Let’s get you there.”
