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Illustration with Placement BA (Hons)

University of Cumbria

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Carlisle - Brampton Road

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Want to be a great illustrator? One who takes a line and conjures worlds that compel and transfix? Technique is important. Courage is needed. But individuality is demanded. That’s why we’ll give you the space, resources and inspiration to find your voice. That’s why, with our help, you’ll make art that makes a difference.


Course Overview

On this illustration degree course, we will help you develop strong drawing, composition, and colour skills that will underpin your personal visual language, allowing you to develop a unique voice as an artist. You’ll gain the experience, confidence and advanced technical skills you need to succeed. And once you find your voice as an artist, your personality, passion and the quality of the work in your portfolio will get you noticed, enabling you to become an illustrator by profession. You’ll receive extensive feedback, support, and advice throughout your studies and have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, as well as the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including a high-quality placement and ‘live briefs’, to develop and hone your skills.We are unique amongst university illustration courses in giving you a thorough grounding in graphic design. You’ll have the necessary skills and experience to stand out from the crowd.


On this course you will...

- Study illustration within an institute recognised by the industry as a course provider that engenders strong drawing skills. Through doing so, we provide our graduates with the backbone of a long career in illustration.- Be encouraged to develop an individual approach to illustration - allowing you to develop a personal style that stands out from the crowd.- Have regular and meaningful contact with tutorials, workshops, and discussions - reinforcing your practice with the support of tutors and peers who know you and your work inside and out.- Be included in deciding what direction the course/module/brief should take. Small group sizes mean a supportive and open community of practice.- Have access to a large professional studio space that is open plan and shared across all-year groups. Stock up on supplies with our in-house shop and experiment in our reprographic department.- Undertake a real-world creative placement where you have the opportunity to gain high-quality work experience during the second year of your studies.


What you will learn

- Learn within an institute recognised by the industry as a course provider that engenders strong drawing skills. Through doing so, we provide our graduates with the backbone of a long career.- Be encouraged to develop an individual approach to illustration - allowing you to develop a personal style that stands out from the crowd.- Have regular and meaningful contact with tutorials, workshops, and discussions - reinforcing your practice with the support of tutors and peers who know you and your work inside and out.- Be included in deciding what direction the course/module/brief should take. Small group sizes mean a supportive and open community of practice.- Have access to a large professional studio space that is open plan and shared across all-year groups. Stock up on supplies with our in-house shop and experiment in our reprographic department.


Year one

- Introducing Visual Communication- Collaborative Practice- Multi-Dimensional Illustration- Cultural Contexts


Year two

- The Illustrators Toolkit- Drawing- Illustration Projects- Creative Economy Placement


Year three

- Advanced Illustration Projects- Independent Research Paper- Illustration Showcase

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 13,250per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Cumbria

  • University League Table

    123rd

  • Campus address

    University of Cumbria, Registered Office, Fusehill Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2HH, England

Experience the benefits of a large university in a more personalised setting, allowing for a mentored approach to teaching. Your tutor will know you by name.
Teaching is led by lecturers with real-world experience, industry links and involvement in the latest research.
One of the few UK universities with campuses located in or near UNESCO World Heritage sites (the Lake District National Park and Hadrian’s Wall).

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    76th out of 84 16

  • Entry standards

    / Max 239
    124 52%

    58th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    15th

    12
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.78 69%

    83rd

    7

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