What degrees do you need to be a web designer?

Answer 1

== == I.C.T SKILLS I guess or animation course

here is some information

A web designer/developer is responsible for the design, layout and coding of a website. They are involved with the technical and graphical aspects of a website - how the site works and how it looks. They can also be involved with the maintenance and update of an existing site. After establishing the target audience for a website and identifying the type of content it will host, a web designer/developer will: * write the programming code, either from scratch or by adapting existing website software and graphics packages to meet business requirements * test the website and identify any technical problems * upload the site onto a server and register it with different search engines. A web designer/developer normally works between 37 and 40 hours a week, 9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. Additional hours may be required to meet deadlines, which could include evenings and weekends. Salaries range from about £18,000 to £40,000 or more. A web designer/developer should: * have skills in software programming and graphics * have creativity and imagination * be adaptable and able to pick up new techniques * have good interpersonal and communication skills * keep up to date with advances in computer technology and how this affects the business environment Web designers/developers are employed across all industry sectors from finance and retail to public organisations. They may be employed directly by IT consultancies, software houses, web design agencies or work in an organisation's IT department. There are job opportunities throughout the UK, with a higher concentration in the South East. Most employers expect applicants to have a degree-level education, often with relevant work experience and vocational skills. A range of qualifications are available that provide a good grounding in web design, interactive design, graphic design and internet technology. Training is done on the job, and includes in-house and external training courses. As the IT industry continues to develop it is vital for web designers/developers to keep up to date with new software and technology. Professional qualifications can be obtained from various professional bodies, including the British Computer Society. The normal progression route for a web designer/developer is to become a senior or principal web designer/developer. Experienced web designers/developers can use their experience and knowledge to become self-employed.

Answer 2

Technically you do not need a degree to be a developer. Some companies may require it, but many do not. If you have a good portfolio you may be able to get employment. Oh, and there is more than one degree you can achieve. Contact the Computer Science dept. to determine the proper courses.

Answer 3

A strong skill set in fundamental design principles, such as typography, grid, color theory are the first things agencies will look for.

Strong base in HTML, CSS, as well as proficiency in the various software is also a must.

Contrary to popular belief, a 4 year degree may not be necessary. However, the candidate's portfolio must be exceptionally strong or demonstrate outstanding personality / people skills to compensate.

Also related, communication skills are often make-or-break factor. Even the most well-qualified candidate may not land the job he or she wants because communications skills were not up to par.

Web design is often team-based -- you must learn how to speak to, and listen in order to make a project success.

Answer 4

A web designer can be self taught or college or university trained. How effectively they work will depend on experience and education.

Programming skills in HTML, CSS and JavaScript is an advantage.

Customer business needs analysis skills are important.

Search Engine Optimization skills are now important.

Familiarity with content management systems will save in set up time for larger websites.

Answer 5

The educational requirements will be dependent on the job one is applying for. Some jobs in web design will require a college degree, either in art or computers or both, other jobs will only require hands-on experience.

Answer 6

Not necessarily,

This is one field that pays you just for your creativity and skill set..

Answer 7

stay in school

Answer 8

masters