Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Now more than ever, the world needs graphic designers to create impactful, purposeful communication. This course equips you to meet that demand - just like our graduates now thriving in top creative studios.
Get hands-on with unique resources
Learn from experts and gain practical skills with regular access to the latest digital and analogue ‘CreaTech’ facilities.
Personalised, supportive, welcoming
With our tailored approach to teaching, enjoy enviable support in your journey through university.
Do graphic ...
Now more than ever, the world needs graphic designers to create impactful, purposeful communication. This course equips you to meet that demand - just like our graduates now thriving in top creative studios.<br/><br/><strong>Get hands-on with unique resources</strong><br/>Learn from experts and gain practical skills with regular access to the latest digital and analogue ‘CreaTech’ facilities.<br/><br/><strong>Personalised, supportive, welcoming</strong><br/>With our tailored approach to teaching, enjoy enviable support in your journey through university.<br/><br/><strong>Do graphic design for good</strong><br/>Inspired by the University’s Ocean City setting and world-leading research, learn to design sustainably for future generations.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- you are passionate about visual communication and looking to enhance your creative skills<br/><br/><br/>- you want to be part of a creative community<br/><br/><br/>- you enjoy the freedom to explore your creativity, experiment and push boundaries<br/><br/><br/>- you are aiming for a dynamic career with an impressive and industry-ready portfolio. <br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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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
W218
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
Scottish Higher
In combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably Art & Design, Humanities or Combined), with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
In any subject
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 UCAS tariff points. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
In any subject
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 tariff points, including two Advanced Highers
Extended Project
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
A level
104 tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
Preference on Digital Production, Design and Development, but other subjects may be considered on an individual basis.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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