Design Fundamentals

DESMA X 479.6A

A hands-on introduction to the creative process and core elements of successful graphic design.

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Fall
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Spring
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Starting at $875.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Gain the fundamental knowledge and strategy to solve any visual design problem
  • Create impactful, clear compositions with intention and understanding of the major design principles
  • Understand targeted research, design thinking, and knowledge of the principles and components of graphic design
  • Use the industry-standard method and language for discussing, analyzing, and critiquing compositions

About this course:

This is a hands-on introduction to the creative process and core elements of graphic design for a variety of outputs, including print and electronic media. Topics include research, typography, imagery, strategy and concept development. Projects are progressive and critiqued.

Spring 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Henry Mateo
402507
Fee:
$875.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 13, 2025
Schedule
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Date
Time
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Discussion
Wed Apr 2, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
Discussion
Wed Apr 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
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Wed Apr 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
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Wed Apr 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 112
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Wed Apr 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Wed May 7, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Wed May 14, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Wed May 21, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Wed May 28, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Wed Jun 4, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Wed Jun 11, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Kyle Valentic
402506
Fee:
$875.00
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Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 13, 2025

Summer 2025 Schedule

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Tuesday 3:00PM - 6:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Grace Magnus
403918
Fee:
$875.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Notes

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jun 24, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 1, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Tue Jul 8, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
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Tue Jul 15, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Tue Jul 22, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Tue Jul 29, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Tue Aug 5, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Tue Aug 12, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
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Tue Aug 19, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
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Tue Aug 26, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
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Tue Sep 2, 2025
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Contact Us

Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Design Communication Arts
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Journalism with Concentration in Information Visualization
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