Visual Communication Design

About Us

Visual Communication Design at President University uniquely combines strong design fundamentals, emerging media, and Nusantara visual culture, preparing students for global creative industries.

3 key facts:

It is the one from a few VCD programs in Indonesia providing full, free Adobe Creative Cloud access until graduation for each student.
Students choose two strong concentrations: Graphic Design & Emerging Media or Animation & Game.
The program emphasizes small classes (25 students) for intensive mentoring and collaboration.

This major is relevant and future-oriented because it integrates digital technology, new media, and cultural preservation while responding to industry needs. Students gain real-world experience through collaborative projects, industry & museum visits, social projects, exhibitions, and a structured internship program, ensuring strong professional readiness.

Duration

3-4 years

Degree

Sarjana Desain (S.Ds.)

Accreditation

Baik (BAN PT)

Curriculum Framework

Total Credits	144
Core Courses	1st Semester: Basic Drawing; Basic Design Principles (2D); Basic Design Principles (3D); Art & Design History; Digital Literacy & Intellectual Property; Creativity & Design Thinking; Professional Practices in Design. 2nd Semester: Basic Visual Communication Design; Intermediate Drawing; Nusantara Visual Culture; Basic Computer Graphics; Cultural Studies and Semiotics.
Concentration Courses	Graphic Design & Emerging Media: Visual Brand Design, Typography & Layout Design, Photography & Digital Imaging, Storytelling & Illustration, Persuasive Communication Design, Character Design & Webtoon, Conceptual Photography, New & Emerging Media. Animation & Games: Visual Brand Design, Storytelling & Illustration, Basic Animation, Photography & Videography, Typography, Persuasive Communication Design, Character Design for Animation & Game, Narrative Animation, Storyboard Animation.
Elective Courses	Graphic Design & Emerging Media: Intermediate Computer Graphics, Graphic Design Production Methods, Advanced Computer Graphics, UI/UX Design, Board Game Design, Design Exhibition, CV & Portfolio Design. Animation & Games: Intermediate Computer Graphics, Audio Visual Production Methods, Advanced Computer Graphics, UI/UX Design, Game Design, Game Assets, Design Exhibition, CV & Portfolio Design.

Facilities

Graphic Design & Photography Laboratory

Computer Graphics Facilities – equipped for graphic design, motion, animation, and new & emerging media.

FABLAB (Fabrication Laboratory) – provides access to 3D printers, laser cutting, and digital fabrication tools, including free materials for student projects.

Free Adobe Creative Cloud Access

Small-Class Learning Environment

Career Impact

After graduating from President University, students may choose to work at:

Partnership With

Dr. Agus Canny, M.A., M.Sc.

Dean of The Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture

Welcome to the Visual Communication Design (VCD) Study Program.VCD President University is uniquely positioned by integrating Nusantara Visual Culture, emerging media, and industry-oriented learning. With small classes, full Adobe Creative Cloud access, strong studio and FABLAB facilities, and real-world experiences through internships, social projects, exhibitions, and international collaborations, we prepare students to become future-ready visual communicators with strong cultural identity and global competence.

Remandhia Mulcki, S.Sn., M.Ds.

Head Of Study Program

Welcome to the Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture (FADA), President University.Our faculty is built on the spirit of creativity, innovation, and global relevance, combining strong academic foundations with real industry exposure. Supported by interdisciplinary collaboration, international partnerships, and practical learning, FADA prepares students to become adaptive, creative, and competitive professionals in the global creative economy.