Summer 2018 Classes, Events + Certificates
Reach New Creative + Professional Heights in 2 Ways Courses
ertificate C Programs A series of credit courses build your expertise in the area of your choice. Looking for a workplace edge, a speciality, a new career or to launch a freelance business? You are the perfect candidate for our certificate programs.
Choose from these program areas: Graphic Design
Social Media Marketing
Digital Photography
Web Design
Teaching Artist
Certificate Student Benefits
Credit + non-credit course options that boost your life, your work and your expression. Whether you want to tackle an item on your bucket list like mastering your digital camera settings or if you are poised to take the creative reigns of your career, UArts courses are the perfect step forward. Take any credit or non-credit course in this brochure for personal or professional enrichment―many do not require prior experience.
As a certificate student, you join our community of designers, artists and innovators. We provide valuable benefits, guidance and support throughout the program including: UArts Student Photo ID UArts Career Services Access to the Corzo Center For The Creative Economy Computer Hardware Discounts
Digital Storage for web hosting for class assignments and projects. Discounted Parking UArts Library Borrowing Privileges Guest Lecture Series + Networking Opportunities
Fall 2018
Learn to Navigate the Digital Landscape with our Certificate Programs
Application Deadline: September 14, 2018 Program Orientation: September 24, 2018
Spring 2019 Application Deadline: January 13, 2019 Program Orientation: January 30, 2019
Programs starting Fall 2018:
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Social Media Marketing Certificate
Graphic Design Certificate
Immerse yourself in the world of online content with this series of courses taught by experts in the field. This program provides participants with a well-rounded experience featuring real-world clients and examines best practices using case studies. You will use creative problem solving to develop strategies to improve your footing in the digital landscape.
The Graphic Design Level I program is designed to foster design thinking in context and core design principals are embedded into all of your class projects. These sequential courses will build a set of skills that reinforce one another and strengthen your design aptitude. In Level II, students build skills in motion graphics as well as brand and logo design.
Focused on great design + professional practices, our certificate programs are designed as a first step for students considering career transitions into entry level roles like working at an agency, within a company brand or looking to launch a freelance career. Each certificate program is designed to be completed in one year, with opportunities to enhance skills further through Level II programs.
Digital Photography The Digital Photography Level I program will provide you with the basics needed to master your camera while you learn best practices for organizing and storing your images, getting images ready for screen or service bureau and fine art printing. The Level II program is designed for photographers interested in furthering their skills in this competitive industry.
Dynamic programming includes guest lectures by experts in the field, case studies, professional business practices in creative fields and one-on-one opportunities to dialogue with instructors during office hours.
 UX Design Certificate Now Accepting Applications For Fall 2018 + Spring 2019 Certificate Programs.
The field of UX is a growing area of digital design. How do you translate research into human-centered user experiences? This program will guide you through the process of translating research into human-centered user experiences. Learn to effectively listen to clients and respond to their customers wants and needs.
For specific program application requirements, learn more at cs.uarts.edu/certificate-programs 3rd Party Billing available to employers supporting staff professional development.
For more information on courses, including course descriptions and faculty bios, and registration visit cs.uarts.edu/ce/courses
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Tuition Discounts
Policies
We are proud to provide members of certain organizations and University groups with tuition discounts, including: alumni, AIA, Culture Works, Haviland Society, InLiquid, Museum Council of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Orchestra Subscribers, as well as a Senior Discount.
Course information is subject to change. The University of the Arts reserves the right to cancel or change any curricular offering, policy, faculty assignment or financial regulation described in this brochure. If a cancellation should occur, students will be notified prior to the start of classes and will have the option of taking another course or receiving a full refund.
Information Sessions
For full details, visit: cs.uarts.edu/ce/ policies#tuitiondiscounts
Summer Wednesday, May 9, 2018 Fall Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Note: Discounts are not available via online registration.
Consider your options, discuss your goals, learn about certificates, meet our faculty, speak with current students and ask questions. New student attendees are eligible for one Summer course. See cs.uarts.edu/ce for information and to RSVP.
Contact Information Mailing Address
Office Location
Continuing Education The University of the Arts 320 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19102
Continuing Education Terra Hall, 9th floor, Room 901 211 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19107
Web Phone Fax Email
Continuing Education 320 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19102
Continuing Education Important Dates June 4-August 10
June 23
Summer Semester
Teaching Artist Symposium
May 9
July 4
Summer 2018 Info Session
University closed + no classes, Independence Day
June 4 Summer 2018 courses begin
August 10
June 28
Summer 2018 Variety Show (open to the public)
Summer 2018 Happy Hour
cs.uarts.edu/ce
For information on refunds and other policies, visit: cs.uarts.edu/ce/policies
cs.uarts.edu/ce 215.717.6006 215.717.6538 continuingeducation@uarts.edu