Follow in the footsteps of award-winning alumni on this renowned Illustration degree.
Illustration is a powerful means of expressing ideas, eliciting emotion and sparking imagination. By enhancing your traditional craft skills and experimenting with new technologies, tools and techniques, you’ll develop your own unique visual language as you master the art of making images come to life. You’ll become an original, critical thinker, an adept visual problem solver and, through interactions with clients, art directors and designers, you’ll gain the skills needed to create a sta...
Follow in the footsteps of award-winning alumni on this renowned Illustration degree.<br/><br/>Illustration is a powerful means of expressing ideas, eliciting emotion and sparking imagination. By enhancing your traditional craft skills and experimenting with new technologies, tools and techniques, you’ll develop your own unique visual language as you master the art of making images come to life. You’ll become an original, critical thinker, an adept visual problem solver and, through interactions with clients, art directors and designers, you’ll gain the skills needed to create a standout portfolio and the professional experience required to succeed in your career.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>Be part of a thriving and immersive studio culture that embraces innovation, champions risk-taking and encourages creative collaboration<br/>Create your own digital portfolio and marketing campaign using digital platforms to reach global audiences <br/>Get your work seen by art directors, editors and designers around the world by engaging with a range of professional platforms <br/>Attend guest lectures from alumni and industry leaders that have previously included Dave McKean, Owen Davey, Harriett Lee Merrion and Edel Rodriguez <br/>Learn vital professional practice skills by working on engaging industry briefs <br/>Participate in our industry feedback week, gaining personalised portfolio feedback from agencies, publishers and design houses<br/>Explore illustration as a tool for positive change, in response to environmental, ethical and moral challenges
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W221
Institution Code
F33
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS Tariff104 120 A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points, primarily from Level 3 equivalent qualifications, such as A levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma, or current, relevant experience. Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent, is a minimum language requirement for all applicants. Due to the creative nature of our courses, you will be considered on your own individual merit and potential to succeed on your chosen course. Please contact the Applicant Services team for advice if you are predicted UCAS points below this range, or if you have questions about the qualifications or experience you have. Scottish HigherA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Access to HE Diploma60 credits (with a minimum of 45 credits achieved at level 3) in a relevant subject. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications ASWe may consider a standalone AS in a relevant subject, if it is taken along with other A Levels and if an A Level has not been taken in the same subject. However, you will not be disadvantaged if you do not have a standalone AS subject as we will not ordinarily use them in our offers. Scottish Advanced HigherA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Extended ProjectAcceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points A levelWe welcome A Levels in a wide range of subjects, especially in those relevant to the course for which you apply. T LevelP M P (Pass) grade must be C or above, not D or E Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting Qualifications |
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