BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

In a world driven by visual communication, graphic designers play a crucial role in shaping brands, campaigns and digital experiences. Our Graphic Design BA (Hons) degree hones your creative talent and technical skills, preparing you for careers in advertising, branding, publishing and digital media. With hands-on projects and industry-standard tools, this course equips you with a professional portfolio and the expertise to make an impact in the dynamic world of design.

Department: Department of Creative Industries | Duration: 3 years FT (4 years with placement) | Study mode: full-time (placement: 48-week placement (optional)) | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Creative Workflow, Exploring Innovation and Creative Processes, Graphic Design in Advertising, Professional Skills for Designers, Techniques in Graphic Design, Visual Communication; Year 2 core modules: Brand Identity and Strategy, Collaborative Practice in Graphic Design, Digital Storytelling, Environmental Graphics, Illustrative Design and Technology, Industry Specialist; Final year core modules: Inclusive Practice, The Creative Director, The Digital Canvas, Screen-based Design, Visual Identity, Design Project Management.

Career pathways

Career routes include graphic designer, senior graphic designer, web designer, digital designer, social media manager and multimedia specialist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We consider applications from all students, regardless of their background or previous achievements. Our tariff requirements are used for guidance, so if you don't quite meet these requirements, we would still encourage you to apply. 26/27 Entry Requirements: A-levels: An A-level grade profile of CCC. T-levels : A T-level graded Pass with a core component of grade C. BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of MMM. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction. 27/28 Entry Requirements: A-levels: An A-level grade profile of BBC. T-levels : A T-level graded Merit with a core component of grade C. BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of DMM. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,895 per year Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition; placement-year administration fee (£500 full year / £250 half year) not included Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years FT (4 years with placement)

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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