Course summary
Why study Graphic Design and Illustration at Liverpool John Moores University?
- 94% of students said they felt well supported by teaching staff in the 2023 National Student Survey
- Students can access study abroad opportunities and prizes for overseas travel
- Diverse range of graphic arts covered including graphic design, illustration, printmaking, photography, animation, motion graphics and interactive design
- You will have opportunities to work with and be taught by renowned graphic designers, illustrators and professionals from the creative industries
- Opportunities to participate in 'live' projects, work collaboratively or in teams, and attend freelance and networking events
- Students benefit from free off-site access to industry-standard Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop and Indesign
- Enjoy spacious, well-equipped, dedicated studio space in RIBA award-winning John Lennon Art and Design Building
- Paul Pensom, who is current Art Editor at Creative Review
- Jimmy Turrell, Graphic artist and Video Director represented by Heart Agency and an international client base including Nike, MTV, Conde Nast, Pentagram and Dazed & Confused
- Joe Stottard, Lead Designer at Adidas in Germany
- James Gilmore, designer at Design Studio, responsible for the recent rebranding of The Premier League and Airbnb
- Malik Thomas-Smeda who was commissioned by the National Football Museum in Manchester
- Al Murphy, freelance illustrator with an international client base including MTV, Guardian and TimeOut NY
- Richard Turley, Global Creative Director at Wieden + Kennedy, New York
Modules
Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.
Assessment method
Assessment varies depending on the modules you choose, but will usually include a combination of exams and coursework. Constructive feedback is vital in helping you to identify your strengths as well as the areas where you may need to put in more work. It is provided verbally during reviews and critiques of practical projects interim reviews. At the end of each module, you will receive written feedback with an indication of your marks within three weeks of submitting work, although this may take longer if the marks go through an external moderation and approval process.
How to apply
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:
- W210
- Institution code:
- L51
- Campus name:
- Mount Pleasant Campus
- Campus code:
- M
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 - 128 points
A level - BBC - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
T Level
Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and/or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/ English • Functional skills level 2 in Maths/ English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Portfolio
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £18250 | 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
Sponsorship information
Please see our Bursaries and Scholarships page for more information: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/fees-and-funding/bursaries-and-scholarships
Provider information
Liverpool John Moores University
Student Life Building
Copperas Hill
Liverpool
L3 5AJ