Graphic Design (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Graphic Design (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Study in a studio environment with professional-standard facilities and the focus on the real-world skills you need to succeed in your career.
Why study graphic design?
Graphic design makes a powerful contribution to the cultural and economic life of contemporary society.
It exists in the public domain, acts as an indicator of current cultural thinking and is a catalyst for social, cultural and political change.
The role of the graphic designer in society and the professional world is multifaceted; designer as curator, author, craftspe...
Study in a studio environment with professional-standard facilities and the focus on the real-world skills you need to succeed in your career.<br/><br/><strong>Why study graphic design?</strong><br/>Graphic design makes a powerful contribution to the cultural and economic life of contemporary society.<br/><br/>It exists in the public domain, acts as an indicator of current cultural thinking and is a catalyst for social, cultural and political change.<br/><br/>The role of the graphic designer in society and the professional world is multifaceted; designer as curator, author, craftsperson, editor, educator, collaborator and agitator.<br/><br/>Studying graphic design is excellent preparation for a creative career in the UK and abroad.<br/><br/><strong>Why UWE Bristol?</strong><br/>BA(Hons) Graphic Design is based at the Arnolfini, at the heart of Bristols creative and cultural community. Youll learn from practising graphic designers in a professional studio environment.<br/><br/>Past students have won awards in prestigious national competitions such as the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) Student Design Awards and the International Society of Typographic Designers (ISTD).<br/><br/>In recent years, graduates work has been exhibited at D&AD New Blood, London, with several being identified as Ones to Watch and commendations received for several collaborative projects.<br/><br/>Our students are also regularly shortlisted for the Best British Book Design and Production Awards.<br/><br/>Our City Campus is a powerhouse of inspiration and collaboration, and home to our many CityCreatives. It spans Bristol and is made up of Bower Ashton and renowned contemporary arts centres Spike Island, Arnolfini and Watershed.<br/><br/>Our strong industry links with the thriving city of Bristol ensure ongoing input from professional designers.<br/><br/>You wont be working on hypothetical designs. Projects are socially and culturally relevant, whether undertaken inside or outside the university.<br/><br/>Go on work placements and internships, or volunteer, to gain valuable workplace experience.<br/><br/>Attend talks from studios like OK/RM, Pentagram, Moving Brands, Mother London, Muf, APFEL and Book Works.<br/><br/>Showcase your work to talent scouts and potential employers at the final year degree show.<br/><br/>Focus on the avenues that most interest you, and graduate with an impressive portfolio of work, ready to make your mark in the industry.<br/><br/><strong>International students</strong><br/>This course will give you the skills and confidence to find out what type of artist you are. Not only will you develop your creative portfolio while studying the foundation year, but you will have the opportunity to reach and improve your English language and communication skills through a unique module designed for those in the creative arts.<br/><br/>If youre applying to UWE Bristol from another country or region, visit the international study pages for tailored application information.<br/><br/><strong>Where can it take me?</strong><br/>This course prepares you for an idea-driven, sustainable and flexible freelance practice, or studio career in graphic design.<br/><br/>Many of our graduates find work with highly respected design studios in the UK and worldwide.<br/><br/>Others go on to further study, such as a masters in graphic design or graphic arts, or pursue a career in research or education.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
City Campus
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Course Code
W22F
Institution Code
B80
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
No specific subjects required.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
No specific subjects required. We accept the IB Career-related Programme in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade C/4 in English, or equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
No specific subjects required.
A level
No specific subjects required.
T Level
No specific subjects required.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We accept tariff points achieved from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications. This qualification cannot be used to satisfy any subject specific entry requirements.
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