Adjunct Professor
Guillermo Araica
Bachelor · Graphic design
B.A. Graphic Design, Central American University, Nicaragua
SACSCOC-accredited institution
Associate Degree
Managua
Associate of Science in Graphic Arts and Design
Visual arts, design and communication — the software and the principles behind good design.
2
years
SP
Language
1
Campus
14:1
Student-faculty ratio
Program information
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A U.S. degree.
Accredited by SACSCOC — the same commission that accredits universities across the United States.
Earned in Nicaragua.
San Marcos and Managua campuses. No visa, no relocation, no leaving your family behind.
About the program
What you'll
study
The two-year Graphic Arts and Design program builds on an interest in visual arts, design and communication, helping students learn a range of software applications and design principles to create successful design solutions.
Graphic artists and designers influence how people see the world — where they shop, how they vote, what they learn and what they remember.
The prerequisites are straightforward: a desire to learn, a willingness to work and an open mind.
Who it's for
Anyone with a visual eye who wants to turn it into a profession — no prior design training required.
Program facts
Duration
2 years
Language
Spanish
Format
On campus
Campus
Managua
Intakes
Varies by program and campus — confirm with an advisor
Awarded by
Keiser University, accredited by SACSCOC
Learning outcomes
What you'll
be able to do
Design software
Industry-standard tools for illustration, layout and image editing.
Design principles
Composition, color theory, typography and hierarchy.
Brand thinking
How identity systems hold together across media.
Portfolio
Graduate with work you can actually show a client.
Curriculum
How the program
is structured
Year 1
Design Fundamentals · Typography · Digital Illustration · Color Theory · History of Design
Year 2
Brand Identity · Layout and Editorial · Digital Imaging · Multimedia Production · Portfolio Studio
Course sequence is indicative. Your admissions counselor will confirm the current plan of study.
Career fields
Where this
takes you
Graphic designer
In-house teams, agencies or freelance practice.
Brand and identity designer
Logos, identity systems and brand guidelines.
Digital content designer
Social, web and campaign assets.
Production artist
Prepress, packaging and print production.
Requirements
What you need
to apply
High school diploma
Official transcript or secondary school diploma.
Government ID
Cédula or valid passport.
Passport photos
Recent, in official format.
Completed application
Submitted at ku.edu.ni/newappform.
Process
Four steps
1
Let's talk
A counselor confirms this is the right program for your goals.
2
Complete your file
We guide you document by document. You never do it alone.
3
Get admitted
We review scholarship and financing options together.
4
Start classes
Registration, orientation and your first day as a Keiser student.
Who teaches you
Program faculty
Faculty
109 instructors
Our faculty combines international graduate training with active professional experience in Nicaragua.
Meet the faculty
Small classes
14:1
A 14:1 student-faculty ratio across the university. Class sizes vary by program, but you are taught in a group small enough to be known by name.
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