Overview

This Illustration BA (Hons) course from The University for the Creative Arts has a strong sense of purpose – we want you to test what the language of illustration means to today’s audiences, make (and learn from) mistakes, research and generate ideas, and learn how to be entrepreneurial.

By placing experimentation and play at the forefront of what you'll do, you'll be challenged to take risks with your work, try new ways of working and be adventurous.

When you study illustration at UCA you'll get to work on exciting projects that are a combination of client-focused live briefs and external competitions with partners. This includes leading restaurant chains, hotels, magazines and local and multinational businesses. You'll also be given the opportunity to present your portfolio to illustration agencies, design houses, and art directors.

Everything on this course is practice-based, with theory, context, and research built in. Based in our creative studio, you’ll be part of an amazing community, where staff – who are all practising illustrators and artists – will push you to be the best you can possibly be.

Key Features

Comprehensive training in illustration techniques and visual storytelling.
Access to well-equipped illustration studios and digital media labs.
Opportunities to work on real-world illustration projects and collaborations.
Expert faculty with diverse backgrounds in illustration and visual arts.
Emphasis on creativity and innovation in visual storytelling.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Illustration Techniques
Narrative Illustration
Editorial and Book Illustration
Character Design and Development
Illustration for Advertising and Media
Illustration History and Theory
Portfolio Development

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Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-21 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Farnham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

The standard entry requirements is one of the following:

112 UCAS tariff points, see accepted qualifications
Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4)
Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma / BTEC National Extended Diploma
Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
112 UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in appropriate subject
27-30 total points in the International Baccalaureate Diploma with at least 15 IB points at Higher level, see more information about IB entry requirements

And four GCSE passes at grade 9-4/A*-C including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).

For equivalent international qualifications and English language requirements please see: https://www.uca.ac.uk/international/

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Tuition Fees

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18000 GBP / year

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9790 GBP / year

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