Section G · College-Preparatory Elective

Graphic Design and Visual Communication - Semester 2

UC A-G approved Graphic Design and Visual Communication - Semester 2 course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.

1/2 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Visual & Performing Arts Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

Section GUC A‑G Requirement

College-Preparatory Elective — 1 year required

Must be chosen from additional courses in categories A–F (beyond the minimum requirements) OR from other UC-approved college-preparatory electives, including computer science, business, statistics, and interdisciplinary STEM courses.

Why This Matters for College Admission

G electives are where students develop depth and signal academic passion. AI, cybersecurity, data science, and entrepreneurship courses are highly competitive differentiators for tech-oriented admissions profiles.

What You'll Learn

Develop a sustained investigation portfolio demonstrating artistic growth

Master compositional principles: form, color, texture, space, and perspective

Create works in multiple media including drawing, painting, printmaking, and digital tools

Analyze art history and connect contemporary work to historical movements

Critique peers' work using formal analysis vocabulary

Prepare a portfolio for AP Art & Design or college-level art programs

Course Structure

Unit 1Weeks 1–4

Foundations & Context

Core vocabulary and concepts
Skill baseline assessment

Unit 2Weeks 5–9

Core Content

Primary content delivery
Applied practice activities

Unit 3Weeks 10–14

Application & Synthesis

Real-world application
Final project or exam prep

Lectures & Reviews

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