This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 25th September 2024.
Middlesex University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Why study BA illustration with us? We offer a vibrant and supportive environment for aspiring illustrators. Ranked 5th in London for overall student positivity (National Student Survey 2023), our course provides a dedicated workspace in our state-of-the-art studio, The Grove. You'll benefit from experienced staff, including practicing illustrators with industry links. The campus's North London location and strong industry connections offer opportunities for inspiration and live projects. What will you learn? You'll develop a unique visual language and professional illustration skills. The curriculum combines advanced digital techniques with a focus on traditional processes, including life and observational drawing. Our studio-based approach challenges the boundaries of illustration, fostering a creative environment for collaborative learning. The course covers animation, printmaking, digital software, and various drawing methods, ensuring a well-rounded skill set. With a strong emphasis on contemporary applications, graduates showcase success in international competitions and secure employment in diverse creative industries. How do we support your career development We support your career aspirations through tailored guidance. Our staff, industry experts themselves, offer insights and connections within the illustration industry. The course encourages studio-based learning, where each student has a dedicated space throughout the course. Lectures on professional practice and interactions with visiting illustrators, agents, and publishers provide real-world perspectives. The course structure helps identify your specialization, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to pursue varied career paths, from children's books and editorial illustration to advertising and design. Many of our graduates find success in published works and full-time roles within the creative industry. Introducing our new Learning Framework After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/
Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/illustration-ba-honours/
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W220
- Institution code:
- M80
- Campus name:
- Hendon Campus
- Campus code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 45 credits P: 0 credits
Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/illustration-ba-honours/
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/illustration-ba-honours/
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Portfolio
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading |
| PTE Academic | 51 | With at least 51 in all components |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16600 | Year 1 |
| International | £16600 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
We want uni study to be an option for everyone with opportunities to make the most of your time as a student, even with the rising cost of living. We do everything we can to help you afford uni with access to money that you don’t have to pay back, reductions in costs of studying and personal financial advice. For more information about our financial support, visit: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/ We want uni study to be an option for everyone with opportunities to make the most of your time as a student, even with the rising cost of living. We do everything we can to help you afford uni with access to money that you don’t have to pay back, reductions in costs of studying and personal financial advice. For more information about our financial support, visit: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/
Provider information
Middlesex University
Hendon Campus
The Burroughs
Barnet
NW4 4BT