Design
Your Design Pathway
Embark on your design career at LWTech and gain vital skills for a successful career in various sectors including, design firms, high-tech companies, advertising and branding firms, in-house art departments, and freelance consultancy.
Our Design program prioritizes real-world projects, meeting deadlines, problem-solving, and enhancing the user experiences. You'll learn industry-standard software, refine problem-solving abilities, and adopt best practices for personal expression in design.
You’ll benefit from small class settings, ensuring personalized attention and hands-on training for an enriched learning experience.
Your degree isn't just a milestone; it's a seamless gateway to a rewarding career in Design!
Discover a world of opportunities with our Design program at LWTech!
Additional Program Information
Applicants to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Design are selected on a competitive
basis visit the BAS information page for application information.
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Explore Careers and Paths in Design
We are proud of the many pathway options our students have to complete an Applied
Bachelor’s degree, at LWTech, and at in-state universities and colleges. All degrees,
whether DTA/MRP, AAS-T or AAS, can fulfill transfer requirements at multiple institutions
thanks to the articulation (transfer) agreements between LWTech and the transfer college.
An applied bachelor's degree can improve your chances in the job market and help you
make more money. To learn more about transferring to another college or university, please visit our Transferring from LWTech page.
The Design program at LWTech leads to a variety of career opportunities in the field. The examples below show how different certificates and degrees may connect to potential job paths. While we can’t guarantee specific outcomes, this information is meant to help you explore your options and plan for your future.
You can choose to enter the workforce after completing a certificate or continue your education to expand your career options over time. Here are some examples of what that path can look like:
Start working after your certificate or associate degree
Upon completing the Certification of Completion or the Certificate of Proficiency in User Centered Design, students may be prepared for roles such as:
- Desktop Publishers
- Prepress Technicians and Workers
- Web Designers and Developers
- Marketing Specialists
- UX Designers
- Visual Designers
- Graphic Designers
Upon completing the AAS-T in Design or User-Centered Design, students may be prepared for roles such as:
- Desktop Publishers
- Prepress Technicians and Workers
- Web Designers and Developers
- Marketing Specialists
- UX Designers
- Visual Designers
- Graphic Designers
- UX Researchers
Continue your education and advance your career
You can also continue building your skills through additional bachelor’s degree programs.
Examples of bachelor’s degree options at LWTech include:
A bachelor’s degree may prepare students for roles such as:
- Desktop Publishers
- Prepress Technicians and Workers
- Web Designers and Developers
- Marketing Specialists
- UX Designers
- Visual Designers
- Graphic Designers
- UX Researchers
- Art Directors
- Commercial and Industrial Designers
- Design Managers
- Creative Directors
Note: Student should contact an advisor at the transfer college to determine specific transfer requirements.
Graduate Degree Options
After completing a bachelor’s degree, students may choose to pursue graduate education in related fields. Examples may include:
- Online Master’s options at Western Governors University
- Master of Science at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
- Master of Professional Studies at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
- Master of Sports Leadership at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
Note: Students completing an LWTech BAS degree may be eligible to complete the above degrees if pre-requisites for the chosen program are fulfilled. See an advisor to plan your future education.