UNAS 2205 Information and Communication Design
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
- Boston College
- Credits
- 3
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 4.33 / 5 · Very Good
- Instructor rating
- 4.00 / 5 · Very Good
- Terms evaluated
- 1
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2025 | Leila Mitchell | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 1–3 hrs/week | 4 of 7 |