Graphic Design BA (Hons)
University of the West of England
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Arnolfini

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3 Years

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

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Arnolfini

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BA(Hons) Graphic Design is based at the Arnolfini, at the heart of Bristols creative and cultural community. You’ll learn from practising graphic designers in a professional studio environment. Past students have won awards in prestigious national competitions such as the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) Student Design Awards and the course ranks very highly in the National Student Survey (NSS).In recent years, graduates work has been exhibited at D&AD New Blood, London, where they won Best in Show ...Read more

BA(Hons) Graphic Design is based at the Arnolfini, at the heart of Bristol's creative and cultural community. You’ll learn from practising graphic designers in a professional studio environment. Past students have won awards in prestigious national competitions such as the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) Student Design Awards and the course ranks very highly in the National Student Survey (NSS).In recent years, graduates' work has been exhibited at D&AD New Blood, London, where they won Best in Show awards and commendation for collaborative projects. Our students are also regularly shortlisted for the Best British Book Design and Production Awards.Our City Campus is a powerhouse of inspiration and collaboration. It spans across Bristol and iincludes renowned contemporary arts centres Spike Island, Arnolfini and Watershed. Our strong industry links within Bristol ensure ongoing input from professional designers. You’ll work on live briefs and projects which are socially and culturally relevant and that make an impact. Go on work placements and internships and volunteer throughout the course to gain valuable workplace experience. Showcase your work to talent scouts and potential employers at the final year show. Graduate with an impressive portfolio of work, ready to make your mark in the industry.Many of our graduates have found work with highly respected design studios in the UK and worldwide. Some graduates establish their own freelance businesses or independent design companies, while others go on to further study, including our MA in Graphic Arts at UWE Bristol.

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WUSCA ranking:
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81/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
38th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
Design Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Design Studies graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Design Studies graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Hannah
05 Feb 24

The people and city were their best part for me always a lot to do and experience. The worst was probably the issues with money, balancing a job alongside uni has been tough, and..Read more

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Aleksandar
28 Mar 22

It's an amazing location, my campus is in the centre of the city and makes it really convenient for everyone to attend. We have really good and caring lecturers and tutors and..Read more

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No specific subjects required. Points from A-Level General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full A-Level) can be included towards a overall tariff. You must have a minimum of two A-Levels.

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Design Studies

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Art & Design
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Mathematics
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Product Design
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Physics
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Photography
13%
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Hannah
05 Feb 24
Graphic Design BA (Hons)
The people and city were their best part for me always a lot to do and experience. The worst was probably the issues with money, balancing a job alongside uni has been tough, and...
Read more
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Aleksandar
28 Mar 22
Graphic Design BA (Hons)
It's an amazing location, my campus is in the centre of the city and makes it really convenient for everyone to attend. We have really good and caring lecturers and tutors and...
Read more
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University of the West of England
University of the West of England , Bristol

UWE Bristol is an ambitious, progressive university based in one of the UK’s most vibrant and creative cities....

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