
Graphic Design BA(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Turn your creative visions and artistic talents into a fulfilling career with the help of this Graphic Design BA(Hons) course, which helps you gain the skills needed to thrive in a global creative industry that is always evolving. Graphic designers are in-demand – for user interfaces in apps, magazine layouts, product packaging. The film industry often also requires the expertise and creative touch of a professional graphic designer.
You’ll study industry-standard professional design packages as well as various components of graphic design, including: This course will challenge you to experiment with ideas, take risks and consider how to apply your graphic design knowledge and skills to address the needs of the creative industries. You’ll have the opportunity to develop a deeper cultural and social awareness and your unique visual language. You’ll explore communication theories and diverse guest speakers will help you understand the factors shaping the future of graphic design.
You can also participate in an optional supervised work placement in your area of interest in your third year. The placement utilises our broad industry links and allows you to put your knowledge and skills to the test. Throughout your studies you’ll be able to put your skills to the test in a variety of studio projects.
This will help you hone your craft and build up your work portfolio.
Key highlights
- Optional supervised work placement in third year using broad industry links
- Training in industry-standard professional design software packages
- Studio projects throughout to hone your craft and build a portfolio
- Diverse guest speakers on factors shaping the future of design
- Explore communication theories and develop your own visual language
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB-BCC — or equivalent
- UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — BBB-BCC at A Level or equivalent. 120-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level .
- BTEC: DMM-MMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Graphic Designer
- UI Designer
- Packaging Designer
- Editorial Designer
- Graphic Designer for Film
- Junior Art Director
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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