May 19, 2026  
2025-2026 Course Catalog 
  
2025-2026 Course Catalog
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APGD 112 - Princ of Story & Visual Narrative


0.75 Units

In Concepts & Principles of Story & Visual Narrative explores how stories are created and conveyed through images and motion. Students examine story origins, structure, and visual storytelling principles, including arcs, the hero’s journey, Aristotle’s three-act structure, tropes, symbolism, and metaphors. Through discussions and group work, they analyze and compare narratives. The course culminates in a review of a film or game, evaluating its use of storytelling techniques to engage audiences. 3 credits

Fixed/Variable Credit: Fixed Credit
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Repeatable: Y
Credit Type Code: Letter Grade



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