Illustration and Design - BA (Hons)
University of Sunderland
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Here at Sunderland, we encourage you to push the boundaries of illustration, blending traditional techniques with computer technology, such as virtual reality and 3D design. You can also combine illustration with other areas, including animation, graphics, advertising, 3D illustration, and web design.You’ll explore design principles, printmaking, and drawing in your first year, before pursuing a specialist study of illustration during your second and final year. You’ll perfect your craft ...Read more

Here at Sunderland, we encourage you to push the boundaries of illustration, blending traditional techniques with computer technology, such as virtual reality and 3D design. You can also combine illustration with other areas, including animation, graphics, advertising, 3D illustration, and web design.You’ll explore design principles, printmaking, and drawing in your first year, before pursuing a specialist study of illustration during your second and final year. You’ll perfect your craft alongside experienced academics who are all practicing professionals at the cutting edge of their field, bringing their industry insights and experience directly into their teaching.Throughout the course you’ll build and develop a creative, industry-ready portfolio that will help launch your career as an illustrator or graphic designer, or any other role where these creative skills are needed.

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WUSCA ranking:
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40/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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53rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
83rd
What students say
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Butani
27 Nov 24

Facility: The University of Sunderland offers excellent facilities, including state-of-the-art labs, well-equipped libraries and modern learning spaces. The sports facilities and..Read more

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kaydie
21 Nov 23

The campus is close to the bus station and metro and the facilities are great...Read more

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Entry requirements

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112 - 96 Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

96 - 112 Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

We also require three passes at GCSE grade C or above, which must include Mathematics and English Language; or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you have studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above. Grades / Points required

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£16,500 per year

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£16,500 per year

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University of Sunderland
University of Sunderland , Sunderland

Located on England’s north-east coast, the University of Sunderland is a well-regarded modern university with four global campuses and...

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Chester Road Sunderland SR1 3SD United Kingdom
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