BA (Hons) Graphic Communication at Norwich University of the Arts

Programme overview

BA (Hons) Graphic Communication is a cutting-edge brand communications degree that will equip you with the skills to design everything from visual identities and advertising campaigns to websites, apps, motion, film and animation. Typography, copywriting, imagery, motion, digital and print applications are all integral components of the programme.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with Integrated Foundation Year; plus optional Level 5 Diploma year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core units: Creative Learning (40 credits), Explore and Experiment (80 credits). Year 2 core units: Global Contexts (80 credits), Directions (40 credits). Final Year core units: Research and Preparation (40 credits), Resolution and Career Development (80 credits). Options: optional Integrated Foundation Year, optional Level 5 Diploma year.

Career pathways

Our course provides a range of employment-focused tools, allowing you to develop a professional portfolio and gain a strong sense of your career aspirations. Typical career paths: Careers include:, Graphic designer, Digital designer, Website designer, App designer, Branding designer, Motion designer, Advertising creative, Promotions designer, Brand strategist, Copywriter, Printmaker/printer, Filmmaker/animator.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: 3 A-level qualifications at grades BCC (104 UCAS Tariff points) or above. Where candidates are not taking 3 A-levels, Norwich University of the Arts will consider combinations of A-level/AS-level and other Level 3 qualifications. BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit in an art, design or media related subject. IB Diploma: A minimum of 26 points. Most international students are required to hold an English language qualification. Applicants must have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall and no less than 5.5 in each component. UCAS code W213 (3 Year), W214 (4 Year); institution code N39.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK (home) full-time fee per year. Source

International applicants: GBP 28,500 a year (2027/28). Overseas full-time fee per year. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with Integrated Foundation Year; plus optional Level 5 Diploma year

Apply through the official page: https://norwichuni.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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