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The Department of Art, Design and Art History (DADAH) at Webster University educates students through the creative practice and intellectual endeavors of art, design and its history to be thoughtful, visionary individuals.
Earn a Certificate in Art with DADAH
These undergraduate certificates are offered by the Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts Department of Art, Design and Art History and are only available at the St. Louis main campus. See more information on the general requirements for an undergraduate certificate.
Certificate in Ceramics
15 Credit Hours
The certificate in ceramics offers students not seeking the more intensive BFA in Art with an Emphasis in Ceramics the opportunity to complement their degree with a series of courses focused on ceramics. Students gain greater experience in and practical knowledge of the common materials and techniques for ceramics.
Certificate in Entrepreneurship, Graphic Design Track
18 Credit Hours
In cooperation with the Walker School of Business & Technology, the certificate in entrepreneurship delivers a series of entrepreneurship courses for undergraduate students in business or non-business majors. Students select individual certificate tracks specifically designed for their field of study.
Certificate in Illustration
18 Credit Hours
The certificate in illustration offers students not seeking the more intensive BFA in illustration the opportunity to compliment their degree with a series of courses focused on illustration. As a supplement to their related major the certificate demonstrates greater experience in drawing and a practical knowledge of the common materials and techniques for illustration.
Certificate in Motion Graphic Design
18 Credit Hours
Motion graphics is an emerging art form and industry that combines traditional typography and design techniques with traditional film, video and animation techniques to create a unique hybrid. Students in this certificate program will learn the theoretical and conceptual foundations of motion media design and then apply them to projects destined for television, film, interactive and other real-world environments.
Certificate in User Experience Design
18 Credit Hours
User experience design is the multi-disciplinary process teams use to create functional, intuitive and enjoyable interactive experiences for the intended user. Students in this certificate program will learn the theoretical and conceptual foundations of user experience design and use them to develop designs for websites, apps, games and exhibits.
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