BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Course Details

This course will allow you to develop your own approach to the study and practice of graphic design through a combination of brief-led and self-initiated projects. You will have the opportunity to explore a wide spectrum of disciplines, including design for print, illustration, photography, typography, animation and moving image. This will allow you to find your strengths and develop your own individual style.

We will give you the opportunity to show off your projects to the public and impress industry by exhibiting your work at the end of your final year.

Course Benefits

You will drive your own learning and set your own targets, as you would in a real working environment. You will work alongside practitioners and on live briefs from organisations such as Harvey Nichols, the BBC, Leeds Art Gallery and the NHS.

Job Prospects

In an increasingly visual world, more industries are finding a purpose for graphic design, including the fashion, television, film and advertising industries. You could work in the development of online content or in other design areas such as architecture. Your flexible approach, entrepreneurial flair and ability to generate ideas and projects will make you a valuable addition to any team. You could also continue your studies on one of our postgraduate degrees.

• Editorial designer
• Motion graphic designer
• Animator
• Packaging designer