BA (Hons) Communication Design

Communication Design is constantly evolving across a wide range of industry sectors and our BA (Hons) programme supports students to develop creative, critical and technical skills that reflect this change as well as anticipate the needs of future evolution in this sector. The programme structure allows students to undertake a cross-disciplinary path of study with a main focus on Graphic Design, Illustration and Photography.

As our degrees are taught and assessed in English, applicants must be able to prove their level of English language ability. The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5

International students: AED 82,264

International: AED 82,264

September, January

Applications to undergraduate degree programmes at the UK campuses of Heriot-Watt University from the UK should be made online through the Universities & Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Applicants from overseas can choose to apply via UCAS or directly via our online application form.; You’re welcome to get in touch before you apply if you’d like advice on the qualifications you’re taking and how they align with our entry requirements.; Please note that we can’t confirm what offer you may receive, your full application will need to be reviewed by our Admissions Team for a decision to be made.; Apply through UCAS; UCAS applicants for 2026 entry should ensure their applications arrive at UCAS by 18:00 (UK time) on Following this deadline, we will continue to accept applications from talented and enthusiastic applicants, but cannot guarantee consideration for areas of high demand.

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