BA (Hons) Illustration (Top-up) at Buckinghamshire New University

Completed a foundation-level degree, HND, or equivalent qualifications in a relevant Art and Design subject? Top-up your studies to gain a full bachelor’s degree in Illustration. Are you a creative individual wanting to progress into the world of illustration?

Faculty: Creative Arts and Design  |  Duration: One Year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this illustration course you are encouraged to solve visual problems with your own unique aesthetic solutions, experiment with image and type and explore appropriate digital technologies. Through practical hands-on, project-based learning you will explore the fundamental core aspects of the subject such as narrative structure, hierarchy, composition and layout, typography, information design, image creation and conceptual thinking skills. Core modules include Final Major Project, Professional Practice, Creative and Professional Development, Personal Projects & Commissions, Dissertation.

Career pathways

Roles include Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Story Board Artist, Concept Artist, Print maker.

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