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Explore Majors and Programs in the College of Design
- Study in the College of Design and experience a wide range of creative, innovative disciplines that shape the world around us.
- Choose from dozens of nationally ranked, accredited degree programs with strengths in sustainable cities, healthy communities, cultural arts, art and architectural history, product design, and public and nonprofit sector management.
- Programs differ in how students enter. Some welcome students through rolling admissions each term, while others are selective and require a separate application to the major.
- Visit individual department or program websites for the most current details on coursework, admissions, and opportunities.
- Get guidance as you explore. You can connect with an advisor to talk through your interests and get support as you consider your major options.
explore our courses
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- ARCH 201. Introduction to Architecture (4 Credits): Offered only during fall term, this course provides a structure of principles for making places for people. Examines places, design procedures, and the use of architectural principles in general. Current UO students interested in applying to the major should take this course in fall term and contact the department’s advising staff for more information.
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- All undergraduate art history courses are open to UO students.
- ARH 101. Masterpieces of World Art (4 Credits): Introduction to art and architectural history through examination of 13 key sites from around the world. GP
- ARH 150. Introduction to Visual Culture (4 Credits): Explore a wide variety of methods for analyzing images and objects of visual culture, drawing on concepts and methods from art history, anthropology, archaeology, and media studies.
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- IARC 204. Understanding Contemporary Interiors (4 Credits): Introduction to the theory of interior architecture. Design criteria explored through illustrated lectures and projects involving analysis of space. Current UO students interested in applying to the major should take this course fall term.
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- LA 260 Understanding Landscapes (4 Credits): Learn how to perceive, describe, and explain landscapes as environmental sets, biophysical processes, and cultural values. Current UO students interested in applying to the major should take this course in fall term and contact the department’s advising staff for more information. A&L
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PD 101. Introduction to Product Design (4 Credits): Offered in fall term, this course examines how designers invent things that help people through interviews with design superstars, drawing techniques, photo documentation, computer-aided design, and design portfolio creation. Current UO students interested in applying to the major are encouraged to take this course during fall term.