Illustration is a wonderfully rich and diverse creative practice and career. You will learn through carefully structured practical projects and courses taught by supportive, experienced staff who are specialists in their fields.
In this Illustration programme we:
* encourage experimentation, passion and play in image-making and ideas
* nurture curiosity, criticality and empathy in the subject matter of our projects
* explore the diverse and impactful professional contexts of illustration
* build confidence and skill...
Illustration is a wonderfully rich and diverse creative practice and career. You will learn through carefully structured practical projects and courses taught by supportive, experienced staff who are specialists in their fields.<br/><br/>In this Illustration programme we:<br/><br/><br/>* encourage experimentation, passion and play in image-making and ideas <br/><br/><br/>* nurture curiosity, criticality and empathy in the subject matter of our projects <br/><br/><br/>* explore the diverse and impactful professional contexts of illustration <br/><br/><br/>* build confidence and skills in planning, organisation and communication<br/><br/><br/>You will also benefit from:<br/><br/><br/>* dedicated studio space <br/><br/><br/>* a dynamic and creative illustration community across the years <br/><br/><br/>* excellent printmaking and digital facilities <br/><br/><br/>* an extensive specialist art and design library <br/><br/><br/>* programme-specific lectures delivered by highly-regarded national and international illustrators <br/><br/><br/>* excellent connections with museums, libraries and industry that are built into projects at every stage <br/><br/><br/>* unique courses from across the University to enhance your interdisciplinary education<br/><br/><br/>**An excellent reputation**<br/><br/>ECA Illustration graduates have a deep understanding of their artistic practice. They are found across the creative industries, applying their illustration skills in:<br/><br/><br/>* publishing and editorial <br/><br/><br/>* childrens books <br/><br/><br/>* comics <br/><br/><br/>* games <br/><br/><br/>* education <br/><br/><br/>* craft <br/><br/><br/>* exhibitions<br/><br/><br/>**Design and Screen Cultures**<br/><br/>Courses in Design and Screen Cultures are integrated with practical studio work and provide a contextual and theoretical understanding of contemporary design.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Central area campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W220
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,B,B,B ABBB by end of S5 or AABB/ABBBB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: no specific Higher subjects required. National 5s: English at C. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. SL: English at 5. A levelA,B,B ABB. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: English at C or 4. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £36,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |