- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time; 4 years inc. placement year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Art & Design
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Turn your creative visions and artistic talents into a fulfilling career with the help of this Graphic Design BA(Hons) course, which helps you gain the skills needed to thrive in a global creative industry that is always evolving. Graphic designers are in-demand – for user interfaces in apps, magazine layouts, product packaging. The film industry often also requires the expertise and creative touch of a professional graphic designer. You’ll study industry-standard professional design packages as well as various components of graphic design, including: This course will challenge you to experiment with ideas, take risks and consider how to apply your graphic design knowledge and skills to address the needs of the creative industries. You’ll have the opportunity to develop a deeper cultural and social awareness and your unique visual language. You’ll explore communication theories and diverse guest speakers will help you understand the factors shaping the future of graphic design. You can also participate in an optional supervised work placement in your area of interest in your third year. The placement utilises our broad industry links and allows you to put your knowledge and skills to the test. Throughout your studies you’ll be able to put your skills to the test in a variety of studio projects. This will help you hone your craft and build up your work portfolio.
Entry requirements
| A levels | BBB-BCC · or equivalent |
|---|---|
| UCAS Tariff points | 104–120 UCAS points |
| T Levels | Merit |
| BTEC | DMM-MMM · BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma |
| Access to HE Diploma | with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5
Fees
International students: £17,600
UK students: £9,535
UK/Home: £9,535
International: £17,600
Start dates
21 September 2026
Application deadline
28 June 2026
Campus
- University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Kirklees, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
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