BA/BS in Design

The Department of Design teaches design as a way of communicating ideas and solving problems in business and society. Students choose among graphic design, product design and manga courses. In product design practice, students begin with hand-drawn sketches, progress to CAD drawing and 3D modeling, and make prototypes with 3D printers and laser cutters. Graphic design practice combines images, type and other elements around a concept, alongside editorial and print production skills. Manga expression classes build drawing and coloring technique with digital tools. In a project-based course that runs across all three years, students work in mixed-year teams to research, plan and propose solutions for communities, mainly across the Kumamoto region. Faculty and student works are presented in a published collection. Design projects also address local needs across the region.