BA (Hons) Graphic Design (with Foundation Year) 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 15,000
(c. USD20,386.5)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Graphic design surrounds us everywhere once you start paying attention. In our digitally connected world, its growth has skyrocketed, presenting exciting career opportunities. You'll learn in professional-grade studios under the guidance of seasoned designers and educators who help you cultivate your unique artistic style. Through teamwork with fellow students, you'll broaden your creative vision while refining your personal approach.
You'll tackle real-world projects and independent work to build an impressive portfolio while exploring global perspectives, environmental responsibility, and evolving concepts of inclusion. Past collaborations include partnerships with the North York Moors National Park Authority, ITV/Signpost Productions, and the National Horizons Centre. Industry professionals and alumni mentors guide you through every stage - from initial concepts and strategic planning to presenting ideas across various formats and meeting tight deadlines. The program also offers study trips, fellowships, and international study options with partner institutions in Prague, Dubai, and India. This course features a foundation year - perfect if you need extra preparation or don't meet the entry requirements for direct first-year admission.

Duration: 4 years (or 5 years with an optional work placement)


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 design and illustration experience at an appropriate level. Applicants are invited to share a portfolio where applicable to show creative skills in graphic design and illustration.

Applicants are invited join us on campus for an applicant day, enabling you to see our graphic design and illustration 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.

IELTS - 5.5
PTE (Academic) - 59
Cambridge English scale - 162
Trinity Integrated Skills in English - ISE II Pass

Tuition GBP 15,000
Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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