BS Digital Design and Computer Arts
Program Overview
A thorough examination of digital media, graphic design, and computer-aided design (CAD) is provided by the carefully crafted Bachelor of Science (BS) in Digital Design and Computer Arts program at the University of Rawalpindi. The goal of this program is to give students the practical knowledge and abilities necessary for success in the rapidly changing fields of computer graphics and digital design. The program covers specialist topics including user experience (UX) design and game design in addition to diving deeply into fundamental ideas of visual communication, digital imagery, 3D modeling, animation, and interactive design. Our goal is to produce creative and technically proficient designers who can lead innovation and succeed in a variety of fields.
Why choose this course?
- Explore digital media, graphic design, 3D modeling, animation, and interactive design, fostering both creativity and technical skills that are essential in the digital design industry.
- Access advanced software and tools used in the industry, ensuring you stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of digital design.
- Build a professional portfolio through diverse projects and assignments, showcasing your design talents and technical proficiency to potential employers.
- Learn from instructors with industry experience and connections, keeping you informed about the latest trends, practices, and technological advancements in digital design.
- Prepare for diverse roles in graphic design, web development, animation, game design, and more, equipping you with the skills needed to adapt to various career paths in the digital and creative industries.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue various career paths in:
- Graphic Design: Graphic designers, creative directors
- Web Design and Development: Web designers, front-end developers
- Animation and Motion Graphics: Animators, visual effects (VFX) artists
- User Experience (UX) Design: UX designers, usability specialists
- Game Design: Game designers, level designers
- Digital Marketing: Digital marketers, content strategists
- Advertising: Art directors, advertising designers
- Multimedia Production: Multimedia artists, multimedia developers
Semesters and Courses
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEN-104 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2 |
| ENG-107 | Functional English | 3 |
| CS-102 | Applications of Information & Communication Technologies | 3 |
| CA-410 | History of Art in Ancient Civilizations | 3 |
| CA-400 | Basic Drawing | 3 |
| CA-420 | Basic Design | 3 |
| Credit Hours: | 17 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ISL-101 | Islamic Studies | 2 |
| ENG-108 | Expository Writing | 3 |
| CA 411 | History of Western Arts | 3 |
| CA 402 | Still Life Drawing | 3 |
| CA 412 | History of Design | 3 |
| PSY-112 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Credit Hours: | 17 |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-201 | Technical Report Writing | 3 |
| STAT-301 | Statistics | 3 |
| CA 403 | Landscape Drawing | 3 |
| CA 421 | Graphic Design | 3 |
| CA 440 | Drafting | 3 |
| GEN-203 | Community Service Learning | 3 |
| Credit Hours: | 18 |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CA 404 | Portrait Drawing | 3 |
| CA 470 | Fundamentals of Photography | 3 |
| CA 423 | Computer Graphics | 3 |
| CA 430 | Basic Animation | 3 |
| MGT-315 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| GEN-205 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Credit Hours: | 18 |
Semester 5
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEN-310 | Research Methodology | 3 |
| CA 405 | Anatomy Drawing | 3 |
| CA 442 | Idea Development and Script Writing | 3 |
| CA 471 | Digital Photography | 3 |
| CA 424 | Communication Design | 3 |
| Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester 6
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEN-106 | Logical & Critical Thinking | 3 |
| CA 406 | Figure Drawing | 3 |
| ID-315 | Advanced Digital Communication | 3 |
| CA 450 | Basic Video Production | 3 |
| ARAB-101 | Arabic Language - I | 3 |
| Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester 7
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CA 460 | Introduction to Web Design | 3 |
| CA 452 | Scenography | 3 |
| CA 457 | Documentary Production | 3 |
| CA 425 | Illustration | 3 |
| CA 431 | Introduction to 3D Modeling | 3 |
| Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester 8
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CA 413 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| CA 434 | Character Design and Animation | 3 |
| CA 456 | TV & Film Direction | 3 |
| CA 453 | Digital Audio Tools | 3 |
| GEN-401 | Final Year Project/ Dissertation | 6 |
| Credit Hours: | 18 | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 133 |
Specialization on Graphics
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Lecture Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 426 | Typography | 3 | 3 |
| CA 427 | Campaign Development | 3 | 3 |
| CA 428 | Creative Advertising | 3 | 3 |
| CA 462 | User interface Design | 3 | 3 |
| CA 463 | Desktop Publishing | 3 | 3 |
Specialization: Animation
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Lecture Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 431 | Introduction to 3dmodeling | 3 | 3 |
| CA 432 | Stop motion Animation | 3 | 3 |
| CA 433 | Texturing and lighting techniques in 3d | 3 | 3 |
| CA 434 | Character Design and Animation | 3 | 3 |
| CA 435 | Animation and production techniques in 3d | 3 | 3 |
Specialization: Video Production
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Lecture Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 454 | Light & camera techniques in video production | 3 | 3 |
| CA 455 | Post production effects | 3 | 3 |
| CA 456 | TV & Film Direction | 3 | 3 |
| CA 457 | Documentary production | 3 | 3 |
| CA 458 | Drama and Theatre | 3 | 3 |
| CA 453 | Digital Audio tools | 3 | 3 |