Graphic Design with Integrated Foundation Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Graphic Design with Integrated Foundation Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
If you want to pursue a creative degree at Arts University Plymouth but feel you have yet to acquire the experience and range of skills necessary, our Integrated Foundation will prepare you for entry to one of our BA (Hons) undergraduate courses.
What is an Integrated Foundation?\
The Integrated Foundation will provide you with a preparatory year that will support your creative development, through a broad understanding of art, design and media skills relevant to your chosen degree subject. Learning through experimentation, exploration and discovery to ...
If you want to pursue a creative degree at Arts University Plymouth but feel you have yet to acquire the experience and range of skills necessary, our Integrated Foundation will prepare you for entry to one of our BA (Hons) undergraduate courses.
What is an Integrated Foundation?\
The Integrated Foundation will provide you with a preparatory year that will support your creative development, through a broad understanding of art, design and media skills relevant to your chosen degree subject. Learning through experimentation, exploration and discovery to support you in progressing to the next level of your degree at Arts University Plymouth.
Our Integrated Foundation is a dynamic blend of lectures, workshops, and practical studio sessions designed to challenge and inspire. Our diverse student body spans from fresh-faced eighteen-year-olds to seasoned creatives in their seventies, fostering a rich collaborative environment. With the freedom to take risks and experiment, you'll develop a diverse skill set through hands-on experimentation with materials, processes, and methodologies. This transformative journey hones critical skills essential for degree-level study, expanding your proficiency in drawing, visual research, contextual studies, digital imaging, and design methods. Gain invaluable experience in a supportive atmosphere that encourages creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
Join the graphic design programme at Arts University Plymouth, where you will experiment and push boundaries to create design that matters. From bold branding to socially responsible campaigns, you’ll master the universal language of design while developing versatile skills that open doors worldwide.
With innovation, sustainability and real-world impact at the core of this course, this is your chance to design with purpose and shape a more responsible future.
### At a glance
* Degree: BA (Hons) Graphic Design
* UCAS codes: 3-year degree W214 / 4-year degree with Integrated Foundation W211
* Typical UCAS points: 32
### Award-winning creativity and inspiration
Our BA (Hons) Graphic Design course invites you to join award-winning students, recognised by D&AD Best in Show, Creative Conscience, JDO Raw and more. You’ll stay sharp by exploring current trends, culture, and global events, turning everyday inspiration into powerful design.
By promoting self-expression alongside communication for the greater good, you’ll develop the skills to thrive in a fast-moving creative industry.
### Why choose this course?
* Learn by doing: work on real client briefs and projects that connect you directly to the creative industries.
* Be inspired to lead change: our course pushes you to think differently, innovate, and use design as a tool for impact.
* Build essential skills: from core design and research techniques to creative problem-solving, you’ll develop the foundation to thrive as a designer.
* Network like a pro: access local and national events such as Plymouth Design Forum, Plymouth Art Weekender, D&AD New Blood Festival, New Designers, and more.
* Industry connections that matter: gain insight from your own mentor and meet visiting lecturers from leading names like Pentagram Design, Mother London, Getty Images, G.F Smith, Fiasco Design, and Anthony Burrill.
### Careers and future opportunities
Career opportunities include: Graphic Designers, Letterpress Designers, Web Designers, Brand Managers, Print Designers, Design Managers, Digital Designers, Motion Graphic Designers, UX Designers, Advertisers, App Designers, Content Producers, Studio Managers, Educators, Editors and Creative Directors.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A16-E89
Institution Code
P65
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32.0
Although many of our students do come in with top grades and high UCAS points, these aren’t necessarily essential for entry. We typically ask for a minimum of 32 UCAS points, but we understand that talented artists, designers and makers can have a wide range of relevant strengths and skills beyond formal qualifications. We’re just as interested in exploring your portfolio as we are in seeing your grades.
A level
E,E
We welcome A levels in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We welcome Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course
Access to HE Diploma
We welcome Access to HE Diplomas in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
PP
We welcome Pearson BTEC Diplomas in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
We welcome OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
We welcome International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
PP
We welcome OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
We welcome Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Scottish Advanced Higher
D
We welcome Scottish Advanced Higher in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Scottish Baccalaureate
We welcome Scottish Baccalaureate in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
T Level
We welcome T Level in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Scottish Higher
We welcome Scottish Higher in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
We can accept AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (core maths) when combined with other qualifications
AS
A,C
We welcome AS levels in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
We welcome Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
We can accept City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
Extended Project
We can accept Extended Project when combined with other qualifications.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
We welcome Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
We welcome Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
National progression Award - Scotland
We can accept National Progression Award - Scotland when combined with other qualifications.
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life (Core Maths)
We can accept NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
We can accept OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate when combined with other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
M
We welcome OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
We welcome OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
M
We welcome OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We welcome OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
We can accept OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
We can accept OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths A (MEI) (Core Maths)
We can accept OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths A (MEI) (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths B (MEI) (Core Maths)
We can accept OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths B (MEI) (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
We welcome Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)
We can accept Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF) when combined with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
We can accept Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) when combined with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PP
We welcome Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
M
We welcome Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We welcome Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
M
We welcome Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
We can accept Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
Scottish National Certificate
We welcome Scottish National Certificate in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
C
We welcome Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate
We can accept Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate when combined with other qualifications.
WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths)
We can accept WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths) when combined with other qualifications.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
We welcome WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course. May need to be combined with other qualifications.
Apprenticeship Level 3/SCQF Level 6
We welcome Apprenticeship Level 3/SCQF Level 6 in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course. May need to be combined with other qualifications.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
We welcome Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6) in a wide range of subjects, particularly those relevant to the course.
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £5,025 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International, EU | £18,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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