Illustration BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Illustration BA (Hons)
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Course summary
• Develop the knowledge, skills, and attributes you need to become a professional illustrator
• Experiment with the latest digital tools and technologies in our purpose-designed workshops and illustration studios
• Transform your illustrative practice through live, client-led creative projects for diverse audiences
• Build a unique portfolio and showreel to prepare for a career in...
<strong>Please check Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.</strong><br/><br/><strong>Course summary</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Develop the knowledge, skills, and attributes you need to become a professional illustrator<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Experiment with the latest digital tools and technologies in our purpose-designed workshops and illustration studios<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Transform your illustrative practice through live, client-led creative projects for diverse audiences<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Build a unique portfolio and showreel to prepare for a career in the wider creative industries and further study<br/><br/><br/><br/>The BA (Hons) Illustration course is a progressive, innovative, technologically enhanced course that prepares students for professional practice. Employability is integrated into the curriculum through applied creative projects. These real-world challenges and work experiences are designed to build confidence, creativity and resilience.<br/><br/><strong>For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Art-and-design/BA-Honours-Illustration/Full-time/</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W220
Institution Code
S21
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
This must include at least 64 points from two A levels, or equivalent BTEC National qualifications(to include a relevant subject such as Art, Design and Technology, Textiles, Graphics or Media). For example: BBC-BBB at A Level. DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma. Merit overall from a T Level Qualification A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.
Access to HE Diploma
M:18
An Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 18 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, in an art & Design related programme from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language at grade C or 4 or equivalent.
A level
B,B,C
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £18,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |






















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