BA (Hons) Illustration with Foundation Year in London United Kingdom | University of East London

University of East London | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 14,580
(c. USD19,525.68)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Yes, illustration - the visual art of conveying concepts, narrating tales, and expressing themes through imagery, a versatile and evolving applied art with practical applications. At UEL, we aim to develop illustration students into adaptable, multifaceted professionals who are confident problem-solvers, dedicated to pioneering innovative work
If you love crafting visuals, producing stunning creations, developing narratives, and collaborating with passionate peers, this program is perfect for you. Whether designing book covers, album art, editorial pieces, or exploring animation, printmaking, and comics, our Illustration BA offers an intensive journey toward professional excellence
This program boasts a bold, unconventional approach that defies industry norms. We inspire students to tackle diverse challenges using traditional, contemporary, and emerging techniques while discovering their individual artistic identity and distinctive visual style.

Our illustration alumni pursue exciting careers across various fields. Some work as editorial illustrators for publications or book cover designers. Others enter education or join graphic design firms.
Several have even become university technicians. They simply can't resist UEL's inspiring environment


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 5.5

Qualification Requirements

FROM A LEVEL
Must include passes at A2 in at least 1 subject
FROM BTEC
Extended Diploma or Diploma
FROM INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
Diploma with 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level
We would normally expect you to have Grade C in GCSE English and Maths. All applicants are required to attend an interview and submit a portfolio of their work.
Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) with 60 credits overall and 45 credits at Level 3
Your portfolio should contain between three and five projects that you have undertaken in the areas of drawing, print, graphic art or illustration. It should be between ten and fifteen sheets in length and should not exceed A1 in size.
Overall IELTS score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking (or recognised equivalent).

Tuition GBP 14,580

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