BA Graphic Design
About this course
BA (Hons) in Graphic Design, a design degree focused on visual communication, creative problem-solving and industry practice. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, Entrepreneurship, and Design & Creative Practice. Students have the option to undertake an optional placement year or a year abroad during their studies. The first year covers foundational techniques through compulsory modules such as Design Context, Digital Design, Design Process, Design Craft, and Working in Creative Industries, alongside optional choices like Motion Graphics. The second year progresses with compulsory study in Design Edge, Design Futures, and Design Communication, complemented by optional subjects including Co-Design, Creative Business, and Design Fiction. The final year centres on advanced independent production and professional preparation, featuring compulsory modules Design Direction, Dissertation/Research Project, Design Innovation, and Design Practice, alongside optional modules such as Design Collaboration and Enterprise Management.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC-BBB IB: We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. Subject-specific requirements at Higher Level (HL) Grade 5 may apply.
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What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 72%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 66%
- Learning resources: 69%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 40%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 71%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 2%
- South East: 4%
- Wales: 3%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 60 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 97%
- Access course: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Design Context
- Digital Design
- Design Process
- Design Craft
- Working in Creative Industries
- Motion Graphics
- Photography
- Language 1
- New Venture Creation
- Global Popular Culture
- Design Edge
- Design Futures
- Design Communication
- Co-Design
- Creative Business
- Design Fiction
- Fan Cultures and Subcultures
- Studio Case Study 1: Disney – Princess or Pariah
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Branded Content
- Design Direction
- Dissertation/Research Project
- Design Innovation
- Design Practice
- Design Collaboration
- Creative Enterprise and Employment Portfolio
- Enterprise Management
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Graphic Design at Edge Hill University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £17,000 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,000 and £29,500. The £22,500 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for Design studies.
What do graduates of BA Graphic Design at Edge Hill University do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Graphic Design at Edge Hill University?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Graphic Design at Edge Hill University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 125 UCAS points.
Does BA Graphic Design at Edge Hill University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Graphic Design at Edge Hill University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.