Illustration Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Follow in the footsteps of established illustrators, designers and creators by developing your individual visual style.

In our vibrant studios and workshops, you’ll receive dedicated attention from our expert tutors – all of whom are professional illustrators – to help you find your visual style and kick-start your career.

At the same time, you’ll have plenty of space to experiment, discover, discuss and create, with full access to our facilities and expertise in printmaking, 3D, photography, storytelling, editorials, animation, text and image, and moving illustrations, and opportunities to go on local and international trips.

Why ARU?

* 100% believe staff value students’ views and opinions about the course, 96% that the course has developed the knowledge and skills I think I will need for my future and 91% that teaching staff have supported my learning well. [NSS 2025](https://www.discoveruni.gov.uk/course-details/10000291/K00006/FullTime/).

* Study on a course that scored highly across the board in the National Student Survey 2024

* Join a course whose students are regularly recognised in national and international prizes and awards

* Prepare for a variety of freelance and commercial roles, taking inspiration from our successful alumni

* Display your work at our final-year Graduate Showcase, and local and national exhibitions

* Visit galleries, find inspiration, and hone your observational drawing skills locally and internationally

* Visit galleries, find inspiration, and hone your observational drawing skills locally and internationally

Careers

The creative industries are booming in the UK, employing more than two million people.

As a creative hotspot that’s home to thousands of established businesses and start-ups, Cambridge is the perfect place to gain crucial experience.

There are plenty of opportunities to get your work seen, too. At the end of your final year, you’ll take part in our degree show and the New Designers graduate exhibition in London – the perfect launchpad for your career.