Advanced Typography
Advanced Typography
DESMA X 479.4B
Expand your typographic skills by exploring increasingly complex typographic systems, and solving design problems that demand conceptual and experimental approaches to accommodate multiple layers of information.
Typically Available
Winter
Summer
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
In Person
Cost
Starting at $925.00
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Develop an advanced understanding of typography through historical context as well as the contemporary application
Understand and apply the proper technical approach to typography, as well as explore unconventional and expressive formats
Produce design projects with original ideas and creative solutions, demonstrating technical skills learned
Articulate in a professional and constructive manner in group critique
About This Course
Explore the stylistic and expressive potential of typography as a critical element of graphic design solutions in this hands-on course. Students learn about word/image juxtaposition, eclectic stylization, and contemporary design trends. Substantive projects explore the compositional and semantic aspects of typography for portfolio application.
Prerequisites
DESMA X 479.4A Typography or consent of instructor. Knowledge of both Illustrator and InDesign is required.
Spring 2026 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
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Thursday 3:00PM - 6:00PM PT
In Person
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
Notes
Enrollment limited. Internet access required.
Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 12, 2026
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Thu Apr 2, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu Apr 9, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu Apr 16, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu Apr 23, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu Apr 30, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu May 7, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu May 14, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu May 21, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu May 28, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu Jun 4, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Thu Jun 11, 2026
3:00PM PT - 6:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
This course applies toward the following programs
Design Communication Arts
certificate
certificate
Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.
Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.