Westwood College is a successful, growing organization of
postsecondary learning institutions that offer hands-on,
career-focused educational programs. Our primary goal is to
prepare students for rewarding jobs in high-demand careers.
Westwood College looks for people who want to acquire new skills
to take advantage of growing opportunities in the professional
workplace. Our students are highly motivated, hardworking, and
committed to preparing for rewarding careers.
Whether you can't find one of our campuses near you or you have a
packed schedule, we present Westwood College's Online Campus.
It's a way for you to get a quality Westwood education from your
own home or anywhere there's a computer with internet access, and
do it on your time.
The Accelerated Difference
At Westwood you can earn an associate degree in as little as 17
months or a bachelor degree in less than three years. This
means less time learning a career and more time earning money
in your career.
Flexible Enough to Fit Anyone's Life
Westwood offers day, night, and online schedules to fit your
busy life. No matter how packed your life may be, we'll find a
program that will fit your schedule.
It's Hands-On
At Westwood, you'll learn the hands-on skills that set Westwood
graduates apart. You'll work on practical, real-world scenarios
that will prepare you for what you'll be doing in your career.
You'll learn from practicing professionals in your field.
Credit for Relevant College Work
Westwood helps qualifying students to obtain a quality college
degree in a shorter amount of time by providing tuition credit
for courses already taken.
Career Development, Even After Graduation
Even after you've graduated from your program, our Career
Development Specialist will still be there for you. Westwood's
Career Development Departments, located at each campus, will
help you in your quest to find a rewarding career in the field
of your choice.
Accreditation
Westwood College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of
Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).
Associate's in Graphic Design and Multimedia*
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Our online Graphic Design and Multimedia program prepares
students for entry-level jobs in the graphic design and
multimedia industry. As in most graphic art programs, students
learn to create effective designs that communicate visually in
both print and multimedia environments.
Our Graphic Design and Multimedia program is special because not
all graphic design schools and graphic design colleges offer an
Associate's degree with a combination of technical courses and
general education courses. By offering a well-rounded education,
students develop skills needed to function in today's
technological business world. Also, Westwood College's online
program teaches industry-relevant technology, so students are
prepared to meet career challenges.
Bachelor's in Animation*
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In Westwood's Animation program you learn to combine visual
effects with live action to breathe life into 2D and 3D objects
by modeling bone, skin and features, and then adding animated
lifelike motions. Because animation is a blend of art and
technology, those working in the field will not only require
creativity and good visualization skills, but also specialized
training in industry-relevant design software and digital media
equipment to be competitive and successful.
Westwood's Animation program covers topics such as the laws of
human motion, physics, psychology as applied to 2D and 3D
characters, life drawing and rendering techniques, and the
application of audio and video to an animation project.
Bachelor's in Game Art*
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A passion for video games could be your advantage in an industry
whose stock in trade is fun and fantasy. Strong creativity,
design, computer, and problem solving skills are the keys for
success in this exciting and growing field. With these
specialized skills in mind, Westwood College has designed a
program in Game Art in which you'll acquire real-world applied
knowledge through our hands-on teaching approach.
Bachelor's in Interior Design**
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Imagine having the ability to create spaces where people feel
comfortable - in the office, while shopping or at home. With a
degree in interior design, that person could be you. Along with
your bachelor's degree, you'll receive a well-rounded foundation
based on the technical, creative and human factors of interior
design. Building on the principles of drawing, drafting, color
and basic design, you'll also learn about human factors, space
planning, interior construction and detailing, safety and
building codes and computer-aided design (CAD). You'll receive a
historical perspective of interior design, an understanding of
interior design business practices, collaboration techniques for
working with related professionals and, finally, an awareness of
professional responsibilities and ethics for personal practice.
When you graduate, you'll have the skills necessary to obtain
entry-level positions in the industry, such as an interior
designer,* drafter, designer or showroom manager. It's what's
inside that matters - and we'll help you discover and refine the
talents that reside within you.
Bachelor's in Visual Communications*
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This hands-on program is designed to offer you the design and
technical skills you need to land the perfect job in visual
communications. You'll take a combination of design theory, web
design, imaging, print design and multimedia courses. Plus, your
general education courses will help you apply skills in critical
thinking, logic, communications and problem solving, so you'll be
ready to handle workplace challenges. When you graduate, you'll
be ready to tackle an entry-level role in the field of visual
communications such as a communications manager, design artist
and illustrator, graphic design manager, production art manager
or a web editor.
Bachelor's in Web Design and Multimedia*
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Web design requires creativity and conceptual and visual skills,
but also specialized training in high-tech software and
computers, e-commerce, scripting and authoring to be competitive
and successful. Westwood has designed a Web Design and Multimedia
program to focus on the technical, creative and relevant business
knowledge required to stay on top in this profession.
*Programs not applicable in all states, e.g. TX, MA,
IL.
**Westwood does not certify graduates in this field.
Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any
applicable tests/exams.
Westwood Disclaimer and Privacy Policy
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Disclaimer
In California, for accrediting purposes, Westwood College -
Inland Empire Annex is a satellite campus of Westwood College -
Inland Empire (Upland, CA), a branch of Westwood College - Denver
North (Denver, CO). Westwood College - Anaheim (Anaheim, CA),
Westwood College - Denver South (Denver, CO), and Westwood
College - Houston South (Houston, TX) are also branches of
Westwood College - Denver North (Denver, CO). Westwood College -
Annandale Satellite (Annandale, VA) is a satellite campus of
Westwood College - Arlington Ballston (Arlington, VA), a branch
of Westwood College - South Bay (Torrance, CA), and has been
certified to operate in Virginia by the State Council of Higher
Education for Virginia (SCHEV). All three of these campuses are
accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Colleges and
Schools (ACCSC). Westwood College - Chicago Loop (Chicago, IL),
Westwood College - River Oaks (Calumet City, IL), and Westwood
College - Online (Denver, CO) are branches of Westwood College -
Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA). Westwood College - Fort Worth
(Fort Worth, TX) and Westwood College - Atlanta Midtown (Atlanta,
GA) are branches of Westwood College - DuPage (Woodridge, IL).
Westwood College - Dallas, (Dallas, TX) and Westwood College -
Atlanta Northlake (Atlanta, GA) are branches of Westwood College
- O'Hare Airport (Chicago, IL) and are accredited by the
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).
Westwood College - Online is approved to award associate,
bachelor, and master's degrees by the Colorado Department of
Higher Education. All degrees conferred by Westwood College -
Online are in accordance with the Colorado statutes and regulated
by the Colorado Department of Higher Education. Students
enrolling in Westwood College - Online are enrolled under the
Colorado Department of Higher Education's requirements. Westwood
College - Online will respond to all requests initiated by
prospective students for information about online programs. All
students, regardless of their state of origin, will receive the
same protections as Colorado state residents. Westwood College -
Online is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Council for
Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Candidate with The
Higher Learning Commission and an affiliate of the North Central
Association Telephone: (800) 621-7440 or (312) 263-0456. Website:
http://www.ncahlc.org/. Not all programs available at all
campuses. © 2009 Alta Colleges, Inc.
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