Illustration, BA (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

Illustration develops drawing and practical creativity for work as an independent artist or illustrator, in areas such as book covers, advertising, publishing, and print and digital media. Students build a professional portfolio through industry, competition and self-initiated briefs.

Faculty: School of Arts and Media | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2026 and September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Introduction to Illustration Practice, Creative Thinking for Illustration Practice, Visual Communication, Illustration Contexts with Professional Practice, Personal Illustration Practice, Industry Brief, External Competition Brief and Self-Initiated Brief.

Career pathways

Graduates work in animation, graphic design, fine arts, arts education and other creative careers, alongside graphic designers, advertising agencies and publishers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK qualifications: 104-112 UCAS points at A-level; BTEC Extended Diploma DMM; BTEC Diploma D*D to D*D*; Access to HE Diploma (Pass) with 104-112 points; International Baccalaureate Diploma (Pass) with 104-112 points from Higher Level subjects; T Level Merit; GCSEs: five at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5. A portfolio is required; applicants are emailed by Admissions on how to submit it.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time international tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2026 and September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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