BA Illustration
About this course
A BA (Hons) in Illustration, an undergraduate degree focused on contemporary practices and practical work in fine art and illustration. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, Entrepreneurship, and Design & Creative Practice. Students can optionally take an industry placement year between their second and final years. The first year establishes fundamental studio methods and visual culture analysis through compulsory modules such as Studio Practice 1, Studio Practice 2, and Introduction to Critical Languages. The second year expands into independent practice and industry awareness via Studio Practice 3, Studio Practice 4, Expanded Critical Languages, and Professional Practice. The final year focuses on self-directed execution supported by Research and Development for Fine Art and Illustration, Final Major Project - Fine Art and/or Illustration, and Applied Critical Languages.
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Entry requirements
BBC-BCC at A Level or equivalent. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications. Merit at T Level. DMM-MMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma. Merit in UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma. Merit in RSL Level 3 Extended Diploma. Pass in Diploma Foundation Studies in Art and Design combined with A Level or BTEC qualifications, to total an equivalent of 112-104 UCAS tariff points. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.
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What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 71%
- Learning opportunities: 72%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 58%
- Organisation and management: 58%
- Learning resources: 79%
- Student voice: 64%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Gained a higher qualification: 20%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
- Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 10%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 500 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 28%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 51%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 5%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Arts and Humanities Placement
- Enterprise Placement
- Research and Development for Fine Art and Illustration
- Final Major Project - Fine Art and/or Illustration
- Applied Critical Languages
- Studio Practice 1
- Studio Practice 2
- Introduction to Critical Languages
- Studio Practice 3
- Studio Practice 4
- Expanded Critical Languages
- Professional Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Illustration at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £20,000 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £30,500. The £25,000 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Design studies.
What do graduates of BA Illustration at University of Huddersfield do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Illustration at University of Huddersfield?
71% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Illustration at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 129 UCAS points.
Does BA Illustration at University of Huddersfield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA Illustration at University of Huddersfield?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.