
Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Course Overview
Our BA (Hons) Graphic Design course has been running for nearly 50 years. And is now one of the most established and successful courses of its kind in the country.
Why study with us
• Graphic Design students have accumulated over 200 major industry awards and commendations over the past 20 years.
• We have strong links with industry and you’ll benefit from placement opportunities. Many of our students spend a year working in top agencies in the North West, London or even overseas.
<strong>Course Overview</strong><br/><br/>Our BA (Hons) Graphic Design course has been running for nearly 50 years. And is now one of the most established and successful courses of its kind in the country.<br/><br/><strong>Why study with us</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Graphic Design students have accumulated over 200 major industry awards and commendations over the past 20 years.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• We have strong links with industry and you’ll benefit from placement opportunities. Many of our students spend a year working in top agencies in the North West, London or even overseas.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Every year our students are successful in winning prestigious awards at national and international competitions. Such as D&AD (Design and Art Direction), YCN (Young Creative Network) and Creative Conscience to name a few.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What youll do</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Our long-running Graphic Design course has consistently stood for excellence in design. We are recognised for our relevance to industry and employability.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll have access to fantastic facilities. Including Mac suites loaded with the latest industry software such as the Adobe Creative Suite.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Every year we hold a Design Conference Week featuring various national and international guest speakers. From all areas of graphic design, branding, advertising, illustration, media and digital design.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Future Careers</strong><br/><br/>Many of our graduates have gone on to secure creative roles in leading graphic design and creative agencies.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W210
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
96
Scottish Higher
96 UCAS points from Scottish Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access Course: 96 UCAS points from Level 3 credits.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass including 96 points from Higher Level Subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
96 UCAS points from Higher Level Irish Leaving Certificate.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSEs: 5 at Grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent. IELTS: grade 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
A level
96 points at A2.
T Level
Pass (C and above)
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |