UNAS 2205 Information and Communication Design

Name: Information and Communication Design
Rating: 4.33 (4 reviews)

This studio-based undergraduate course focuses on the theory and practice of designing information graphics and visual systems with purpose. Building on design thinking methodologies and core principles of design, students investigate audience needs, contexts of use, and levels of visual literacy to create effective and impactful visual communication for applications such as signage, exhibitions, wayfinding, instructional materials, and public communication. Emphasis is placed on visual hierarchy, typography, layout, accessibility, narrative, and iterative design using manual and digital tools. This course was previously titled: "Data Visual Communication Design".

Course overview

Department: University
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Annually

Catalog details

Prerequisites: UNAS1025/ARTS1125/ENGR1025 or ENGR1026 or ENGR1801 or HIST1627

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Requirements fulfilled

No source-backed degree requirement is attached to this course yet.

Official evaluation summary

4.33 / 5

Based on 4 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Leila Mitchell
Fall 2026, Spring 2025 · Official rating 4.00/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Leila Mitchell · 245 Beacon Street Room 204 MW 06:00PM-07:15PM · Offered