Illustration (Hons) Coventry University

Overview

The Illustration (Hons) at Coventry University offers a comprehensive platform for aspiring artists to transform their creative passion into a professional career. This programme focuses on developing individual visual voices while providing the technical skills necessary for the modern marketplace. Students engage in a practitioner-led environment that mirrors the collaborative nature of professional design studios.

Why Illustration (Hons) at Coventry University?

The university provides a Gold-rated teaching experience according to the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. Students benefit from an interdisciplinary environment within the School of Arts and Creative Industries, allowing for collaboration across different artistic fields. Facilities include industry-standard Apple Mac suites and traditional workshops for print-making, etching, and silk-screen printing. The institution's strong industry links facilitate guest lectures from professional illustrators and participation in the annual degree show festival.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 19850 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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

Syllabus

The curriculum begins with a common first year shared with other arts degrees to broaden your creative perspective. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Creative Thinking
• Processes and Materials
• Professional Contexts
• Creative Practice

Year 2

• Style and Meaning
• Innovative Approaches in Illustration
• Illustration Showcase
• Content Creation

Final Year

• Illustration Pathways
• Personal Portfolio
• Creative Self-Promotion
• Commercial Portfolio

Careers with Illustration (Hons)

Graduates are equipped for a wide range of roles including freelance illustration, comic book artistry, and graphic design. The programme also prepares students for careers in children's book publishing, games design, animation, and marketing. Former students have secured positions at prestigious organisations such as the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Codemasters Gaming, and various creative agencies like McCann and Havas Design. The course provides the entrepreneurial resilience required for self-employment and freelance commissions in the global creative economy.