Louise Bird
Senior Lecturer - Graphics & Illustration
Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology
DiscoverUCAS Code
BA: W220
BA with Foundation: W221
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
Full Time: 3 years
Full Time Foundation: 4 years
Part Time: 5 - 6 years
Starting
September
BCC at A-Level or,
DMM at BTEC
Fees UK 24/25
Full Time: £9,250
UK Part Time: £1,540 per 20 credit module
Integrated Foundation Year: £9,250
Fees International 24/25
Full Time: £15,200
Integrated Foundation Year: £15,200
Location
For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
international@northampton.ac.uk
+44 (0)1604 893981
The BA Illustration degree at the University of Northampton puts the power of storytelling and visual communication at the heart of what we do. Supporting students through an open, diverse, and enquiring approach to image making, our undergraduate illustration course provides a nurturing space for creative ‘play’ in which students can experiment and explore. Through a range of media, project briefs and critical thinking, we create work with meaning and purpose. This intellectually stimulating environment allows personal development, entrepreneurial skills, a practical approach to problem solving, and the opportunity for the individual student to find their own personal ‘voice’ as an illustrator.
Through this integrated programme of study students have the freedom to discover a range of processes and outcomes using traditional and digital media – from page to screen, 3D, installation, and interaction – supporting the development of their own visual language. We prepare students to be confident and competent professional practitioners during their time on the course and for their long-term careers. We invite a variety of leading people from the creative industries to give talks, workshops, and portfolio reviews to enhance your learning. Through professional practice field trips, students get the opportunity to visit illustration agencies, publishers and leading art directors responsible for commissioning illustration.
Membership of Professional Body – Association of Illustration (AOI).
Updated 19/03/2024
Throughout your time on BA Illustration degree, there will be opportunities to exhibit publicly and promote your work through exhibitions, pop-up shops and events, ensuring you graduate with a professional portfolio of work.
Our master’s courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt. Benefit from our 20% alumni discount on master’s fees to give yourself a CV that will catch the eye of employers.
While studying for your Illustration degree at UON, you will have full access to a Mac suite and, following a health and safety induction, specialist workshop spaces including:
Dedicated studio space with specialist kit such as: