University of Kent

Bsc Digital Design with Year in Abroad

University of Kent

Course overview

BSc Digital Design with a Year Abroad at the University of Kent is a four-year, full-time degree program that combines creative design with digital technology. It teaches and gives students the freedom to design and build interactive products. It allows students to gain experience abroad, creating an opportunity to move overseas while enjoying virtual environments and immersive experiences.

The one-year abroad study allows students to travel and experience other cultures at the University of Kent's partner universities in countries such as the US, Australia, or Singapore. This experience will allow them to develop cross-cultural skills and a global perspective on design practices.

Entry requirements

All international applicants who want to study BSc Digital Design with a Year Abroad at the University of Kent must meet specific grade and English language requirements. 

Grade Requirements:

  • UCAS Points: students must score between 96 and 112 

  • A-Levels: BBC 

  • BTEC Nationals: DMM 

  • International Baccalaureate: 112 points, including Maths at grade 4 (HL or SL)

English Language Requirements:

  • English Language Requirements: International students must demonstrate proficiency, such as an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Career opportunities

Graduates of BSc Digital Design from the University of Kent are ready for roles in creative and technology-driven industries, including:

  • 3D Animator or Visual Effects Artist

  • User Experience (UX) / User Interface (UI) Designer

  • Immersive Experience Designer (VR/AR)

  • Interaction Designer / Creative Technologist

  • Digital Product Designer

  • Game Designer or Technical Artist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Digital Design with a Year Abroad in the University of Kent for international students is £23,500. The fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

Secure your place in this competitive programme by applying directly to the university through the UCAS online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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