Middlesbrough,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Comics and Graphic Novels in Sheffield United Kingdom | Teesside University
Teesside University
|
Sheffield United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
17,000
(c. USD22,714.89)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Explore comics across various formats - from manga and animated media to political cartoons - under the guidance of industry experts who've contributed to Shockdom, Dennis Publishing, and Viz Comic. Our career-oriented curriculum provides deep insights into your specialization, covering industry dynamics, networking strategies, and professional growth opportunities.
Throughout the program, you'll prepare for annual showcases through anthologies, exhibitions, comic conventions, and publishing projects. The course examines every facet of comic creation, from graphic novel development to distribution. You'll refine your skills by tackling real-world assignments and portfolio-building projects. We empower you to cultivate your artistic vision, helping you emerge as a distinctive storyteller and visual communicator with a unique creative signature.
Duration: 3 years (or 4 years with an internship)
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
Year 1 entry
96-112 points, including a creative subject, from any combination of recognised Level 3 qualifications. Consideration is also given to students without formal qualifications but with evidence of practical creative arts experience at an appropriate level. Applicants may be invited to share a portfolio where applicable to show creative skills in cartoon and graphic novels.
Applicants are invited join us on campus for an applicant day, enabling you to see our comics and graphic novels facilities, meet staff and students and learn more about studying at Teesside University.
Non-EU international students who need a student visa to study in the UK should check our web pages on UKVI-compliant English language requirements. The University also provides pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements.
Helping you meet the entry requirements
We may be able to help you meet the requirements for admission by offering you the opportunity to study one or more Summer University modules, some of which can be studied by distance learning.
Alternative degree with integrated foundation year
If you are unable to achieve the minimum admission requirements for Year 1 entry you could, subject to eligibility, join one of our degree courses with an integrated foundation year.
Direct entry to later years
If you have previously studied at higher education level (for example, a foundation degree, HNC, HND or one or more years at degree level at another institution) you may request direct entry to Year 2 or year 3 of this degree.
Mature applicants
We welcome applications from mature students (aged over 21) who can demonstrate, through portfolio/written work and relevant experience, that they have developed cognitive and technical skills through their life experiences.
For general information please see our overview of entry requirements
International applicants can find out what qualifications they need by visiting Your Country
IELTS - 5.5
PTE (Academic) - 59
Cambridge English scale - 162
Trinity Integrated Skills in English - ISE II Pass
96-112 points, including a creative subject, from any combination of recognised Level 3 qualifications. Consideration is also given to students without formal qualifications but with evidence of practical creative arts experience at an appropriate level. Applicants may be invited to share a portfolio where applicable to show creative skills in cartoon and graphic novels.
Applicants are invited join us on campus for an applicant day, enabling you to see our comics and graphic novels facilities, meet staff and students and learn more about studying at Teesside University.
Non-EU international students who need a student visa to study in the UK should check our web pages on UKVI-compliant English language requirements. The University also provides pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements.
Helping you meet the entry requirements
We may be able to help you meet the requirements for admission by offering you the opportunity to study one or more Summer University modules, some of which can be studied by distance learning.
Alternative degree with integrated foundation year
If you are unable to achieve the minimum admission requirements for Year 1 entry you could, subject to eligibility, join one of our degree courses with an integrated foundation year.
Direct entry to later years
If you have previously studied at higher education level (for example, a foundation degree, HNC, HND or one or more years at degree level at another institution) you may request direct entry to Year 2 or year 3 of this degree.
Mature applicants
We welcome applications from mature students (aged over 21) who can demonstrate, through portfolio/written work and relevant experience, that they have developed cognitive and technical skills through their life experiences.
For general information please see our overview of entry requirements
International applicants can find out what qualifications they need by visiting Your Country
IELTS - 5.5
PTE (Academic) - 59
Cambridge English scale - 162
Trinity Integrated Skills in English - ISE II Pass
Tuition
GBP
17,000