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Woodbury University

Burbank CA

Located in the heart of Burbank, California, Woodbury University’s Experience Design (BDes) program—housed within the School of Media : Culture : Design—is a premier destination for aspiring creatives. Transitioning from its roots in Graphic Design, the program now offers a comprehensive Bachelor of Design degree. This forward-thinking curriculum integrates Communication Design, Product Design, and Service Design (UX/UI), ensuring students are equipped for the multifaceted demands of the 2025 creative economy.

The program’s excellence is backed by dual accreditation from NASAD and WSCUC. Most notably, it has maintained a prestigious streak for nearly a decade, consistently ranking among the top thirty design programs in the United States. This reputation is fueled by a curriculum that balances traditional craft with cutting-edge technology, covering everything from experimental typography and motion graphics to advanced app design and senior thesis projects.

Woodbury’s strategic location provides a distinct competitive edge. Students benefit from exclusive internship opportunities at world-renowned entertainment, marketing, and interaction design studios. These high-impact industry connections allow the vast majority of graduates to launch their professional careers within months of finishing their degree.

Furthermore, the program is a powerhouse for student achievement; Woodbury designers consistently sweep national and international awards in categories such as environmental graphics, identity design, and package design. By focusing on Professional Practice and high-level portfolio presentation, the Experience Design program ensures that every student graduates not just as a designer, but as a strategic leader in the field. woodbury.edu

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