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DIS Copenhagen - Graphic Design (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: DIS - Study Abroad in Scandinavia 
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Academic Level: Junior, Senior Language(s) of Instruction: English
Housing Options: Homestay, Residence Hall Program Model: Partner Provider
Area(s) of Study: Art and Design, Art and Design - Graphic Design, Art and Design - Studio Minimum GPA: 3.00
Open to Non-UHCL Applicants: Yes
Program Description:
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Graphic Design

Graphic design is a powerful tool for the expression of ideas, concepts, and information.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Scandinavian and European approaches and explore methods that strengthen your individual design capabilities.

Whether you are majoring in graphic design and seek to build out your portfolio with a European design edge, or want to try something new while studying abroad, there is a studio level for you.Graphic design student evaluates different pieces of work.


Core Courses

Graphic Design Studio
Fall/Spring, 6 Credits

In this course, you develop a comprehensive understanding of the Scandinavian and European approach to graphic design and explore methodologies that strengthen your individual design capabilities. You work on project-based assignments in visual identity, branding, and communication across all platforms. Exploration and analysis of Scandinavian and European graphic case studies give your individual design capabilities a competitive edge. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Graphic Design Foundations Studio
Fall/Spring, 6 Credits

In this course, you develop a comprehensive understanding of the Scandinavian and European approach to graphic design and explore methodologies that strengthen your individual design capabilities. You work on project-based assignments in visual identity, branding, and communication across all platforms. Exploration and analysis of Scandinavian and European graphic case studies give your individual design capabilities a competitive edge. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student.


Core Course Study Tours


Study Tours for both Graphic Design Studio and Graphic Design Foundations Studio:

  • Week-Long Study Tour: Netherlands

  • Core Course Week: Denmark

 

Early in the semester, you delve into your academic focus during Core Course Week, in which you travel on a short Study Tour for three days in Denmark or a neighboring country, combined with a two-day seminar in Copenhagen. Later in the semester, you travel again with your Core Course on a week-long Study Tour in Europe.

While on tour, theories learned in the classroom come to life by meeting with professionals and experts in your field who contribute to furthering your understanding of course topics. Study Tours are hands-on and experiential, combining theory with practice, and expose you to additional cultural perspectives. You have the opportunity to visit sites and experts in your field of interest that you may not otherwise have access to.

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Elective Courses

Add elective courses to complement your Core Course at DIS Copenhagen. You decide how to build your course load based on your needs and interests!

Electives range across disciplines and include research, workshops, studios, and even Exploration Electives, which come with a travel component.

Visit our website to view the full list of over 200 additional elective courses! 

Prerequisites

Graphic Design Foundations Studio:

One drawing course at university level. Knowledge of one or more programs in Adobe Creative Suite. 

Graphic Design Studio:

Enrollment in a professional school or department of architecture or design. Two graphic design studios at university level. Knowledge of one or more programs in Adobe Creative Suite.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Academic Year 2026-2027 12/31/2026 ** Rolling Admission 08/15/2026 05/13/2027
Fall 2026 12/31/2026 ** Rolling Admission 08/15/2026 12/10/2026
Academic Year 2027-2028 04/15/2027 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Spring 2027 12/31/2027 ** Rolling Admission 01/16/2027 05/13/2027
Fall 2027 12/31/2027 ** Rolling Admission 08/14/2027 12/10/2027

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.