BA (Hons) Illustration

The Illustration BA (Hons) course at the University of Northampton provides students an opportunity to explore their distinct creative voices while developing a strong technical foundation in illustration. The course encourages students to experiment with a wide range of processes and media to create their own visual language.Course Content: Learners will be challenged to consider the role of illustration today, developing ideas through drawing, printmaking, book arts, digital technologies, and experimental film. The program emphasizes critical thinking and understanding of the context in which illustration exists. The course is organized into a series of self-initiated projects supported by technical and theoretical workshops, live industry briefs, guest lectures, and gallery visits. There is also an element of professional practice embedded within the course to prep students for the freelance industry or for postgraduate studies.Key Modules: While specific modules are not listed, the concept revolves around the exploration of illustration in all its variances and contexts; understanding the role of illustration today and in the future; practicing illustration through drawing, printmaking, book arts, and digital techniques; engaging with live industry briefs, and participating in gallery visits. Accreditations: The course is run by the University of Northampton, a higher education establishment accredited by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education in the UK. Future Careers: The course equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue successful careers as freelance illustrators, in creative industries such as publishing, advertising, printmaking, graphic novels, TV/film, and more.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.