Overview

This Graphic Design (Hons) programme at Ulster University values research, the design process and professionalism. Its analytical approach enables our students to engage with exciting design challenges, react to a rapidly changing industry and to develop as sensitive and intelligent designers.

Like most university courses the learning process in Graphic Design happens through modules. These modules have been designed to take the student through a journey of acquiring new skills, exploring the subject area and developing the individuals creativity. They are individually assessed and accumulated as you progress.

Job roles

With this degree you could become:

Graphic Designer

Digital Designer

Art Director

Brand Designer

Illustrator

Brand Director

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graphic Design

Graphic Design and Art Direction

Graphic Design Research

International Academic Studies

Research and Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

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

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

A Level requirement: CCC
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma / OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma
Award profile of MMM
Irish Leaving Certificate: 96 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades DDD
Scottish Highers: Grades CCCCC
Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum 24 points (12 at higher level)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17490 GBP / year

≈ 17490 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4855 GBP / year

≈ 4855 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales, Scotland and the Islands students fee - 9,535 per year

Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Belfast

Funding

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