By strengthening your visual intelligence, you'll cultivate the artistry you need to create compelling and impactful messages.<br>Print or digital, our students are immersed in human-centered design, integrating technical skill with critical inquiry, intersectional frameworks, and commitment to audience and community. Students hone both their critical thinking and critical making through hands-on projects and internships. Design students also incorporate other communications disciplines such as integrated media, media studies, public relations and marketing communications, and journalism in their coursework. That versatility sets our students apart employers know Simmons graduates understand the bigger picture and can contribute to any creative team from day one.<br>With highly competitive design skills, you'll find fulfilling and creative internships in places ranging from WGBH to Puma. Our students not only excel in the technical and creative areas, but additionally understand the meaning making practices that afford them a competitive edge.