Academic Program Proposal

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MHEC Final
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Maryland Institute College of Art
Proposal
Bachelor of Design (B.Des)UX Design1/18/2025
UX Design Program Description
The purpose of the Bachelor of Design (BDes) in User Experience (UX) Design degree is to equip individuals with technical art and design skills to become UX designers while also preparing them to engage with UX design as a professional <br>practice. The BDes also provides graduates with complex knowledge around the application of universal and human-centered design principles within the context of designing digital products with the user at the forefront. This program carefully balances design theory with applied, practical experience through studio courses, portfolio building, critiques, dynamic faculty, and industry partnerships.