Illustration BA (Hons) at Coventry University

Programme overview

Turn your passion for art and creativity into a professional career in illustration. Ideal for creative individuals passionate about illustration, this course is designed to help you develop your unique style, build a tailored portfolio and gain the skills and industry insight needed to launch a successful, flexible career in the creative industries. Engage in projects that reflect personal interests and career goals.

Faculty: Art, Design and Fashion | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich | Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option) | Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027 | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Creative Thinking, Processes and Materials, Professional Contexts, Creative Practice. Year two: Style and Meaning, Innovative Approaches in Illustration, Illustration Showcase, Content Creation. Final year: Illustration Pathways, Personal Portfolio, Creative Self-Promotion, Commercial Portfolio.

Career pathways

Develop your understanding of illustration from a professional and historical standpoint Develop your ability to originate ideas that effectively communicate to specific audiences.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS points: 112. A level: BBC. GCSE: GCSE English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards. BTEC: DMM. T level: Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject. IB Diploma: 29 points. Access to HE: The Access to HE Diploma. Plus GCSE English at grade 4 / C or above. English: IELTS: 6.0 overall (with at least 5.5 in each component area).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,800 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich

Apply through the official page: https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fah/illustration-ba-hons/

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