Graphic Design - BA (Hons)

University of Portsmouth

On this BA (Hons) Graphic Design degree, you’ll develop your own visual style, with an emphasis on developing your confidence applying digital and traditional design skills. We have an exceptional list of professional connections gained from our industry-active, research-led teaching staff.

With opportunities to specialise in your area of interest and win awards from prestigious graphic design bodies, you’ll build an inspiring design profile that no employer can resist.

Graphic design is a cornerstone of many industries, so you'll have lots of career options after graduation. If you want to start in web design, advertising, branding, and other media, or advance to a Master's: now is your time to explore.

Course highlights
Show your Adobe expertise to industry peers by gaining an Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) qualification
Hone vital design techniques – including screen printing, letterpress, laser cutting and dye sublimation printing – using our specialist facilities
Get your talent recognised by entering international competitions by renowned organisation Design and Art Direction (D&AD), the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufacture and Commerce (RSA), and the South West Digital Design Awards (SWDDA)
Elevate your professional profile by becoming a member of the esteemed International Society of Typographic Designers (iSTD)
Impress future employers by showcasing your work at our annual Graduate Show
Experience the graphic design profession by taking a one-year placement – either with a company or by setting up your own
Connect with companies and communities by taking part in events like the Dyson Challenge Week
Opt to do a foundation year with ICP to get uni-ready ahead of this course, then take up a guaranteed place on this full Bachelor's degree when you successfully finish your foundation year

4 years sandwich with work placement