BA (Hons) Illustration at University of East London

Programme overview

Gain a practical foundation in graphic arts, where we encourage interdisciplinary collaborations. Equip yourself to thrive in the creative industries. Our BA(Hons) Illustration programme focuses on practical issues you'll encounter in the professional world and the broader cultural and socio-economic landscape.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering | Department: Department of Architecture & Visual Arts | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional placement year) | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Professional Life 1 (Mental Wealth), Practice 1, Contextual Studies 1, Research into Practice 1, Experimentation and Application 1A, Experimentation and Application 1B, Professional Life 2 (Mental Wealth), Practice 2.

Career pathways

Illustration is a versatile creative discipline, and graduates from this course have found work across editorial, commercial, entertainment and education. Employers include Sainsbury's, Merlin Entertainment (Chessington World of Adventures), Choice Care Group and Carphone Warehouse.

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Application information

Entry requirements

96 UCAS points (standard offer); 64 UCAS points (contextual offer); A Levels in at least two subjects; BTEC Extended Diploma – MMM (standard) / MPP (contextual); BTEC Diploma – DD (standard) / MM (contextual); Access to HE Diploma; T Levels; International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level; GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English; GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics; All applicants are required to submit a digital portfolio. English: IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking (or recognised equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee per year; subject to change Source

International applicants: GBP 16,020 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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