BA (Hons) Illustration at Solent University

Programme overview

Turn the art of your imagination into crafted illustrations while developing a comprehensive drawing-based skill set, and building your portfolio to succeed in a competitive environment. In dedicated studio space, you will have access to the space, equipment, and academic support essential for reaching your full potential as an illustrator.

Faculty: Art and design | Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Reading the Image, Observation and Drawing, Defining Your Practice, Visual Positioning, Interpreting Cultural Codes, Editorial Illustration, Storytelling and Narrative, Commercial Illustration, Observing Contemporary Society, The Competitive Illustrator, Professional Practice and Portfolio, Final Major Project Illustration.

Career pathways

Graduates from the Illustration programme are now working in a variety of areas including graphic design, illustration, animation, multimedia design and teaching. Clients include: Penguin Books, The Guardian, New Statesman, New Scientist, The New York Times, The V&A, Urban Outfitters, Washington Post.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104-120 UCAS tariff points A minimum of two completed A-levels in an relevant subject, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D*, or equivalent qualification, or a combination of qualifications which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points. UK applicants will be asked to attend a portfolio viewing. Direct entry into second or third year may be considered for this course Applicants over the age of 21 will be considered based on relevant experience, without the tariff point requirements. English language: IELTS minimum 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each individual component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK, ROI, EU (settled status) and Channel Island full-time fee. Fees for the following year not yet published; 2026/27 rates shown for guidance. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,081 a year (2026/27). International full-time fee. Fees for the following year not yet published; 2026/27 rates shown for guidance. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com

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