Graphic Design (Hons) Birmingham City University

Overview

The Graphic Design (Hons) at Birmingham City University provides an engaging and stimulating environment designed to build the technical confidence required for the modern creative industries. Students explore a diverse range of design approaches and problem-solving techniques while developing a critical eye for sustainable and culturally conscious solutions. This degree encourages a multi-disciplinary perspective, ensuring graduates are resilient and adaptable in an ever-changing professional landscape.

Why Graphic Design (Hons) at Birmingham City University?

Students benefit from being based in the £62 million Parkside Building, featuring state-of-the-art facilities such as digital print centres, letterpress, and screen-printing workshops. The university maintains powerful industry links with renowned agencies including Pentagram, Design Bridge, and Superunion. Furthermore, the programme offers unique international experiences, with previous study tours visiting creative hubs like New York, Berlin, and Venice to provide global industry insights.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18570 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to move from fundamental principles to professional autonomy, with an optional placement year available. Modules may include:

• Professional Futures: Communication
• Design at Play
• Design for Change
• Emerging Technologies
• Professional Futures: Collaboration
• Defining Practice: Graphics
• Advancing Practice
• Independent Enquiry
• Major Project

Careers with Graphic Design (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for a wide array of roles within the creative sector, including branding, motion design, editorial design, and art direction. The programme's strong focus on employability has led to alumni securing positions at high-profile organisations such as The Times, McCann, and various specialist design agencies. Students leave with a professional portfolio and benefit from ongoing careers support for three years after completing their studies at Birmingham City University.