BA (Hons) Illustration

The BA Illustration course at Plymouth University is a dynamic and vibrant program that encourages students to experiment with a range of techniques and concepts to develop their own personal style. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the art of illustration for a range of purposes, including editorial, authorial, publishing, merchandising, advertising, moving image and narrative, and allows students to explore across traditional and digital media.Course Content: The BA Illustration course at Plymouth University focuses on the development of strong idea generation, problem solving and technical skills, alongside a keen understanding of the professional environment and the industry. Throughout the program, students are challenged to think about what it means to be an illustrator in contemporary practice, and are taught to engage with image making first hand, understanding the demands of the client brief whilst nurturing and developing their own personal visual language.Key Modules: Key modules in the course include ‘Visual Communication’, ‘Narrative and Sequential Illustration’, ‘The Moving Image’, ‘Professional Practice and Entrepreneurship’, and ‘Self-Negotiated Study in Illustration’. The course also includes 'Professional Practice' and exhibition modules to help students prepare for the world of work. Future Careers: Graduates of the BA Illustration course are well prepared for careers in illustration, graphic design, advertising, animation, motion graphics, conceptual art, printmaking, and more. They can work in a variety of sectors such as publishing, journalism, animation, multimedia, design consultancies, and educational and heritage industries.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.