Academic Program Proposal
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Date Proposal Activated | Institution and Proposal | Degree Awarded | Academic Program Name | Objections Received | Objection Deadline | MHEC Final Action | Final Decision Date |
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| Maryland Institute College of Art Proposal | Lower Division Certificate (L.D.C.) | Design Essentials | | 1/18/2025 | | |
Design Essentials Program Description |
The Lower Division Certificate in Design Essentials designation is distinguished from MICA’s current Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) majors. The certificate curriculum will focus on the distinct and essential disciplinary characteristics of the professional design industry; addressing the unique theory, ethics and practice of design. Specifically, the Lower Division Certificate in Design <br>Essentials offers more options for studio courses and professional practice courses and less Liberal Arts content than MICA’s BFA programs. |