AA/AS in Design and Applied Arts

Pima Community College

Tucson, Arizona, United States

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AA/AS in Design and Applied Arts is an associate's degree in Applied Design programme taught at Pima Community College in Tucson, United States. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Teaching is in en.

At a glance

Degree: Associate's Degree
Field: Applied Design
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Language: en

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: pima.edu ·

Program details

Overview

The Digital Arts degree is an Associate of Applied Science for students interested in graphic design, web design and digital media. It teaches the basics of color, type, page layout and digital production with professional software. Students choose a focus. The Graphic Design concentration covers print work, branding and storytelling through images, while the Web Design concentration covers interactive design, page layout for websites and front-end coding. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles including roles in graphic design, web design, digital art and production support, and they build a portfolio along the way. The program is offered in person on the West Campus and takes two years of full-time study. Students who plan to continue toward a bachelor's degree can use the transfer options available. It is eligible for Title IV aid and offers military and veterans benefits and honors certification. Related programs include Digital Film Arts and Animation.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About Pima Community College

Type: Community College
Control: Public
Founded: 1969
Students: 14,242
Programs: 90
Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does AA/AS in Design and Applied Arts award?

Pima Community College awards an Associate's Degree in the field of Applied Design on completion of this programme.

How long does AA/AS in Design and Applied Arts take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

Can AA/AS in Design and Applied Arts be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Pima Community College.

What language is AA/AS in Design and Applied Arts taught in?

The programme is taught in en.

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