Illustration BA (Hons) at University of Northampton

This course will help you to develop a range of illustration and design skills including drawing, painting, industry software for print and moving image, design and 3D. We prepare students to be confident and competent professional practitioners during their studies and for their long-term careers.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology  |  Department: Art and Design  |  Duration: Full Time: 3 years; Full Time Foundation: 4 years; Part Time: 5 - 6 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our Illustration course prepares you primarily for a career as a freelance illustrator or onto postgraduate study. For example, some of our students have gone on to Masters programmes in art therapy, visual communication at the RCA or onto teaching. Modules include Exploring Creative Practice, Roles and Contexts, Creative Projects, Critical and Cultural Perspectives, Creative Collaborations, Visual and Material Culture, Becoming Illustrators, Illustration Practice, Careers for Illustrators, Illustration Insights, Professional Portfolio, Professional and Academic Skills for University Study.

Career pathways

Throughout your time on the BA Illustration degree, there will be opportunities to exhibit publicly and promote your work through exhibitions, pop-up shops and events, ensuring you graduate with a professional portfolio of work.

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