Illustration (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The Illustration (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University provides a creative environment where students can follow in the footsteps of established designers and creators. This degree encourages you to find your individual voice through dedicated attention from expert tutors who are professional illustrators. You will have the space to experiment and discover new techniques while building a robust professional portfolio.

Why Illustration (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

• Study at an award-winning institution named the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023.
• Benefit from a Gold award for teaching excellence and high student satisfaction scores in national surveys.
• Access specialist facilities including a life drawing studio, 3D workshops, and professional printmaking suites.
• Showcase your final-year work at the Graduate Showcase and the New Designers exhibition in London.
• Engage with live industry briefs and participate in local or international observational drawing trips.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18400 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Digital and Moving Illustration
• Drawing for Illustration
• Illustration Practice
• Print, Process and Page
• Sequence and Narrative
• The Illustrated World
• Portfolio Development
• Launchpad
• Research Project

Careers with Illustration (Hons)

Graduates from this programme are well-equipped for a variety of freelance and commercial roles within the booming creative industries. Many alumni have found success as freelance illustrators, book designers, and entrepreneurs, with some starting their own design businesses. The course prepares you for diverse paths such as editorial illustration, product label design, and stage set creation.

Students have secured roles with children's book publishers and have been commissioned by major brands like TKMaxx and the Folio Society. The skills gained also allow for progression into specialised postgraduate study, such as children's book illustration. Throughout the degree, you are encouraged to enter international competitions and take up internships to enhance your employability.