This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Leeds Arts University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
BA (Hons) Graphic Design offers a practice-based, dynamic and idea-oriented experience that enables students to develop a creative and unique design practice and portfolio. Through studio-based workshops, briefs, and collaborative projects students develop a specialist skillset that engages a range of graphic design disciplines that utilise both new and traditional technologies and processes. Graphic design students have opportunities to engage with the extensive range of technical and technological resources available in the University to develop design and communication projects such as publication design and book-making, traditional letterpress and screen printed posters, UI and UX design, creative coding, experimental and AI enabled design, motion design, signage and 3D fabrication, print for fabric and clothing, and exhibition design. Experimentation, play and creativity are at the heart of your working practices as a student on this course. Hands-on experiences with materials, technology and processes help you to build confidence and adaptability across the extensive range of creative applications available to graphic designers. Through these approaches, you develop creative communication skills that span disciplines making you ready to face the professional world within the creative industries. Real world scenarios and live briefs are embedded within each year of study on this course providing you and your peers with opportunities to engage with industry professionals and produce work that exists in the world. Our students benefit from our extensive links with industry as well as talks, briefings, workshops and portfolio reviews from professionals. BA (Hons) Graphic Design is led by a curriculum that has been developed over the course’s long history by, and in collaboration between, professional designers, experienced graphic design educators, and practice-based design researchers. Our curriculum is designed to be highly adaptable, responding to the rapid changes and developments happening within the field of graphic design and the creative industries in general. Our students leave the course with the creative skills necessary to gain highly skilled employment as well as the resilience and professional skills needed to thrive in the exciting and dynamic world of design.
Modules
Year one – During your first year on the course you will engage with creative briefs and projects that will help you to adjust to higher education and university life. You will learn to engage with design and communication problems in a playful, experimental and creative way by exploring a range of media, techniques and processes. Engaging with fundamental graphic design skills you will develop an appreciation of the range of disciplines and applications of graphic design. Year two – In your second year you will develop more refined approaches to the production of your design work, engaging with a range of production methods and finishes. Developing your professional skillset, you will engage with creative collaborations, live briefs, industry talks, and studio visits. You will also begin to develop an appreciation of the ethical and sustainable dimensions of graphic design practices. Year three – Your final year of study will channel all the skills learned throughout your time on the course to build a distinct and highly focused design practice. You will engage with your professional and creative ambitions in a dynamic way, making use of University resources and with expert guidance from course staff. Throughout the final year of your degree you will develop an exciting and unique portfolio, establish your own targets and needs for the future, and develop the professional skills and resilience needed for employment or further study. *This course includes a placement year (also known as a sandwich year, work placement, industrial placement, or year in industry), which provides a fantastic opportunity to enhance your employability and gain practical experience in your field of study. The placement year typically occurs after year two and before year three. Please see the Undergraduate Placement Year FAQs on our website for more information: www.leeds-art.ac.uk/undergraduate-placement-year-faqs
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- W215
- Institution code:
- L28
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
Leeds Arts University encourages applications from talented and motivated students. The University uses a wide range of methods to assess applications, these can include: • personal statement • predicted grades • contextual information • reference • examples of your work • digital auditions or interview If you are successful in your application an offer will be made to you, if conditional we will ask for between 104 and 120 UCAS tariff points from any combination of A Levels/T Level/Extended Diploma/Foundation Diploma. The expected subjects will depend on the course you are applying for. All applicants must have GCSE English Language or Literature at Grade 4/Grade C or above, or English Functional Skills Level 2 at Pass. - Examples of work As part of the application process you are required to submit examples of work. The files should be no larger than 30MB in total. Guidance on what to include in your examples of work can be found on our website. - English You’ll need to have passed GCSE English Language or English Literature at Grade 4/Grade C or above, or English Functional Skills Level 2 at Pass. For mature students, an Access to Higher Education qualification in art and design will also be acceptable to demonstrate English language ability. Currently studying a Foundation Diploma in Art & Design? If you are currently studying a Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, you will have already achieved level 3 qualifications which carry UCAS tariff points. When considering your application, we will, collate your achieved tariff points with those you are predicted. You will also need a GCSE grade 4/ Grade C or above in English Language or English Literature or equivalent, or Functional Skills level 2 at a pass. Studying for Access to Higher Education or any other qualifications? We accept several other qualifications, please contact us to discuss before you apply.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.leeds-art.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate-entry-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £18000 | Year 1 |
| EU | £18000 | 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
Tuition fees for the optional placement year are £1,905 for home students and 20% of annual tuition fee for international students.
Provider information
Leeds Arts University
Blenheim Walk
Leeds
LS2 9AQ