Redefine the world with a pencil or stylus on this BA (Hons) Illustration degree course.

You’ll challenge convention in all spheres: from inspecting illustration from new perspectives, to delving into its social, political and historical significance. You'll discover traditional and contemporary illustration techniques and the business essentials of the art form – and you can gain extra professional experience through a one-year placement, client projects, and entering design competitions. Come explore your individual vision through experimentation and engage with a range of professional applications.

At the end of this course, you'll become an all-encompassing illustrator that stands out among competitors in the creative industries.

Course highlights
Explore a rich array of traditional and digital media-including print, paint, sculpture, 3D printing, laser cutting, spray paint, Cintiqs, and Risograph printing.
Raise your professional profile by taking on live projects with local and international clients such as Anglepoise
Catch potential employers' eyes by exhibiting your work at national exhibitions and our annual Graduate Show
Have the chance to win eminent awards by entering international competitions like Design & Art Direction (D&AD), The Macmillan Prize, and the V&A Illustration Awards
Enrich your practical and industry experience by taking an optional one-year placement – either with a company or by setting up your own
Showcase your Adobe expertise to industry peers by gaining Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) qualifications
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

5 years sandwich with foundation year and work placement