Illustration (Top-Up) BA (Hons) at University of Northampton

Programme overview

This top-up degree puts storytelling and visual communication at its heart, helping you develop your own visual language across print, screen, 3D and installation. Graduate with a professional portfolio and a widely applicable set of skills.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology | Department: Art and Design | Duration: Full Time: 1 year; Part Time: 2 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time (top-up) | Intake: September | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Illustration top-up programme provides you with the specialist skills and knowledge needed to further your understanding of visual communication and storytelling, working in the creative industries, or potentially progressing onto master’s study. Modules include Research Focus, Practice Realisation.

Career pathways

Our BA Illustration top-up degree equips you with a wide range of specialist and transferrable skills which can open up your career options. You will not be limited to one specific type of role, but rather be able to pursue numerous career paths.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard entry requirements apply. Applicants are expected to have studied an illustration, animation or related Art and Design subject at Foundation Degree/HND or equivalent. English language: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level.

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

International applicants: GBP 18,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full Time: 1 year; Part Time: 2 years

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

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