Graphic Design - BA (Hons)
Bristol, UWE
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Study in a studio environment with professional-standard facilities and the focus on the real-world skills you need to succeed in your career. Graphic design makes a powerful contribution to the cultural and economic life of contemporary society. It exists in the public domain, acts as an indicator of current cultural thinking and is a catalyst for social, cultural and political change. The role of the graphic designer in society and the professional world is multifaceted designer as curator, ...Read more

Study in a studio environment with professional-standard facilities and the focus on the real-world skills you need to succeed in your career. Graphic design makes a powerful contribution to the cultural and economic life of contemporary society. It exists in the public domain, acts as an indicator of current cultural thinking and is a catalyst for social, cultural and political change. The role of the graphic designer in society and the professional world is multifaceted designer as curator, author, craftsperson, editor, educator, collaborator and agitator. Go on work placements and internships, or volunteer, to gain valuable workplace experience.

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WUSCA ranking:
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45/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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33rd
CUG Ranking
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62nd
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Iona
11 Feb 25

My uni campus is in the centre of Bristol which is perfect for my subject as it is a very creative city...Read more

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Jia Yee
30 Jan 25

The best thing about UWE is its excellent workshops and facilities. As a Graphic Design student, I’ve had the opportunity to learn a lot of new techniques, such as using the Riso..Read more

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UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

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GCSE/National 4/National 5:

Grade C/4 in English, or equivalent. Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Iona
11 Feb 25
Graphic Design - BA (Hons)
My uni campus is in the centre of Bristol which is perfect for my subject as it is a very creative city....
Read more
JY
Jia Yee
30 Jan 25
Graphic Design - BA (Hons)
The best thing about UWE is its excellent workshops and facilities. As a Graphic Design student, I’ve had the opportunity to learn a lot of new techniques, such as using the Riso...
Read more
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Bristol, UWE
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UWE Bristol is an ambitious, progressive university based in one of the UK’s most vibrant and creative cities....

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Bristol, UWE
Bush House Floors 3, 4 & 5 Bristol BS1 4QD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bedminster  0.4 miles away
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