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Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
University of Worcester

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(4.3)

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QualificationBachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
LocationSt John's Campus
Study modeFull Time
Start dateSep 2026
Duration3 Year
QualificationBachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Start dateSep 2027
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Start dateSep 2026
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Location

St John's Campus

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Full Time

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Sep 2026

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3 Year

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Overview

Studying Animation and Illustration as a joint honours degree reflects today’s world of multimedia communications and publishing, in which illustrators and animators work together in a wide range of contexts. You’ll focus on drawing as a tool for thinking and visualising, from conceptual sketches through to full-colour finished pieces. The course will nurture your creative development through practical portfolio building and showcases, connecting you with the international illustration and animation communities. Students graduate with experience and skills suited for the fast-paced digital design world.


Key features

- A cohesive joint study programme - Live projects integrated into year-long modules of study - On-campus access to industry-standard software and motion capture facilities - Programme of guest lectures and events - Live brief collaboration with publishers - Opportunity to travel to destinations in mainland Europe - Introduction to exhibition practice through illustration fairs, card sales and exhibitions


Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation. At Worcester, small class sizes, supportive tutors, and professionally focused courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education. -


University of the Year finalist

in the Times Higher Education Awards 2025. -


First in the UK for sustained employment

, further study or both, from any multidisciplinary university – Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017 to 2025. -


First in the UK for quality education

– Joint 1st in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2025. Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

Key stats
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WUSCA Student ranking
28th/91
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Complete University Guide ranking
80th
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Complete University Guide Art & Design ranking
48th
SOURCE:
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What students say
AP
Amelie Prideaux
University of Worcester
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
The best aspect for animation is the lecturers and the teaching content, they are amazing and very supportive. The worst is the lack of funding for animation, if it was possible for it to be a single honour course I would 100% take that. For illustration the worst part is the course content and lecturers, the course is so poorly organised and barely any of it is enjoyable. The best part is the other students, I've made some good friends.
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HG
Hanna Glattback
University of Worcester
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
What makes Worcester a great place to study is how friendly all of the staff are and how supportive everyone is. The location is picturesque as the river runs through the city and there’s plenty of shops and places to eat. The facilities are pretty good as I have all my lessons in one block and mostly everything that I need is provided. I feel like maybe the Art house could be bigger so that everyone has more space as it can feel a bit squished, especially in illustration. I feel like it would be easier if the City and St. John’s campuses were closer together but I understand why they aren’t. The student union is great and I always get notifications about what’s going on so I’m aware of what activities and society’s the university has on offer.
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NB
Niamh Baxter
University of Worcester
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
Open and friendly for all, it has a good range of study places plus rooms available to use at any point. Very good facilities for a range of courses and lecturers are always happy to give you advice/teach you how to use it. The new health science/medicine building is ugly, it seems to stand out compared to surrounding architecture.
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JV
Jennifer Viner
University of Worcester
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
Great place to study for its friendliness, amazing city and location, everything is very easy to get to and navigate. Could be improved by some facilities, shame the on campus print building is closed, as this was a very vital component to have in partnership with an art course.
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Emily
University of Worcester
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
I have really enjoyed my first 2 years of uni. i'm now in the second semester of 3rd year and am ready to drop out, but that is because of the workload and the fact that i'm ready to move on and is not a comment on the uni itself
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Entry requirements

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104 Grades/points required

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Latest reviews

How University rating students rated:
University rating
Overall ratingRating icon4.3
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4 stars
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Latest Illustration reviews
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Amelie Prideaux
University of Worcester
Reviewed: 26/02/25
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
The best aspect for animation is the lecturers and the teaching content, they are amazing and very supportive. The worst is the lack of funding for animation, if it was possible for it to be a single honour course I would 100% take that. For illustration the worst part is the course content and lecturers, the course is so poorly organised and barely any of it is enjoyable. The best part is the other students, I've made some good friends.
Read full review
B
Beatriz
University of Worcester
Reviewed: 15/01/20
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
I am enjoying a lot so far, great conditions and people are very welcoming! They show a lot of interest in international students and care about our wellbeing.
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Emily
University of Worcester
Reviewed: 20/01/20
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
I have really enjoyed my first 2 years of uni. i'm now in the second semester of 3rd year and am ready to drop out, but that is because of the workload and the fact that i'm ready to move on and is not a comment on the uni itself
Read full review
HG
Hanna Glattback
University of Worcester
Reviewed: 16/01/24
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
What makes Worcester a great place to study is how friendly all of the staff are and how supportive everyone is. The location is picturesque as the river runs through the city and there’s plenty of shops and places to eat. The facilities are pretty good as I have all my lessons in one block and mostly everything that I need is provided. I feel like maybe the Art house could be bigger so that everyone has more space as it can feel a bit squished, especially in illustration. I feel like it would be easier if the City and St. John’s campuses were closer together but I understand why they aren’t. The student union is great and I always get notifications about what’s going on so I’m aware of what activities and society’s the university has on offer.
Read full review
JV
Jennifer Viner
University of Worcester
Reviewed: 10/01/23
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
Great place to study for its friendliness, amazing city and location, everything is very easy to get to and navigate. Could be improved by some facilities, shame the on campus print building is closed, as this was a very vital component to have in partnership with an art course.
Read full review
NB
Niamh Baxter
University of Worcester
Reviewed: 25/01/23
Animation and Illustration - BA (Hons)
Open and friendly for all, it has a good range of study places plus rooms available to use at any point. Very good facilities for a range of courses and lecturers are always happy to give you advice/teach you how to use it. The new health science/medicine building is ugly, it seems to stand out compared to surrounding architecture.
Read full review
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University of Worcester

Established in 1946, the University of Worcester is a forward-thinking institution that champions the transformative pow...

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Nearest train station:Worcester Shrub Hill 0.9 miles away
Nearest tube station:Chesham 48.2 miles away
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