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BA (Hons) Illustration for Communication at Ravensbourne University London

Ravensbourne University London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our innovative Illustration course in London takes a critical and experimental approach, helping you develop new skills, find your unique visual voice, and adapt to the evolving creative industry. In a collaborative studio environment, you’ll apply your skills to projects covering editorial, publishing, animation, advertising, product and more. The course spans a wide spectrum, preparing you to work in diverse fields like publishing, graphic design, animation, advertising, the music industry and game design.

Faculty: Design  |  Duration: 3 years (4 years with optional integrated foundation year)  |  Study mode: full-time; optional integrated foundation year route available (UCAS W221)  |  Intake: Sep 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Key study topics: Editorial; Publishing; Packaging; Product; Print; Advertising; Character; Animation. Modules: Year 1: Rave Beginnings, History of Visual Culture, Drawing, Mark-Making & Expression, Storytelling & Concept, Future Directions in Visual Culture & EPC. Year 2: Character Development, Sequential Narratives, Design Studio, Play!, Live & Work-based Learning. Year 3: Personal Voice & Style, Competitions & Live Briefs, Rave Futures, Major Project.

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Entry requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry onto our courses, whilst also considering the context in which they were achieved. For this course, we would usually require a GCSE Grade 4 or above in English in addition to any of the below; Three A Levels at grade CCC or above; BTEC Extended Diploma at grade MMM; UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma; T Level (pass or above); Access to Higher Education Diploma; International Baccalaureate at grade 25 or above; Other/Mixed qualifications equivalent to 96 UCAS Tariff points. Selection criteria: Students should ideally have a background in art, creative media or design. Admission onto this course is also subject to successful completion of a portfolio (or showreel). We may also consider a combination of portfolio and academic qualifications and take into consideration progress made during studies and/or relevant work experience. We are looking for aspiring illustrators who are passionate about image-making, and want to take part in shaping the future of visual communication. We are not seeking industry-ready professionals, or people with established styles - we are simply looking for students who are excited and intrigued by illustration, and have the curiosity and motivation to approach it with the energy and focus it needs. UCAS course code: W220.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Fees apply to 2026-27 entry only; subject to change for 2027-28 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Fees apply to 2026-27 entry only; subject to change for 2027-28 entry. Source

Intake: Sep 2027

Duration: 3 years (4 years with optional integrated foundation year)

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