Overview

Through the (Hons) Graphic Design (Visual Communication and Illustration) course from the University of West London you will find and develop your own visual voice and receive tutoring on a one-to-one basis and in a small group.

You will have access to a range of professional facilities so that you can become competent in both traditional and contemporary design-related areas.

Studying in London, at the heart of the UK’s creative industries, gives you access to leading galleries and exhibitions, as well as potential employers.

Career opportunities:

A graphic design degree can take you in many inspiring directions. You could go on to work in a variety of organisations, from graphic design studios to advertising agencies. Some of our former students have also successfully set up their own design businesses, while students who pursue a career in illustration tend to work on the basis of freelance commissions.

Job roles

Within:

graphic design studios
interdisciplinary consultancies
publishing houses
new media/multimedia studios
advertising agencies.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Visual Studies

Ideas, Development and Context

Research and Referencing

Image Making

Typography

Digital Skills

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Design Communication Studies Graphic Design View 214 other Bachelors in Graphic Design in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

104 UCAS tariff points from Level 3 qualifications. These can include:

A Levels at grade B, C and C, or above

BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit

Access to HE Diploma

You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide a portfolio.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

16750 GBP / year

≈ 16750 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK part-time £6,360 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Disciplines

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