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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: W219
Graphic Design
De Montfort UniversityLeicester, England
3 yearsDuration
£17,300Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
76%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Graphic Design at De Montfort University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Leicester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Graphic design opens the door to an extensive variety of creative jobs, from positions in agencies, freelance consultancy, in-house or even opportunities to set up your own studio. Advertising, animation, visual effects or stylist, there are many careers a graphic design degree can lead you to. Gain the essential experience required to become a successful graphic designer and graduate with an impressive portfolio that demonstrates your skills and talents, showcasing your capabilities to future employers. International tuition fees are £17,300 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Design Fundamentals and Visual Communication
Typography and Typeface Design
Digital Design and Software Applications
Branding and Identity Design
Web Design and User Experience
Advertising and Campaign Design
Design Research and Professional Practice
Final Year Design Project
UCAS Code:W219
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points including Art and Design at higher level grade 5 |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,300
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£51,900
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — De Montfort University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £17,000 | £21,000 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £20,000 | £25,000 | £29,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
65%Working
10%Studying
10%Seeking Work
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
76%
Overall
Teaching on my course
76%Learning opportunities
77%Assessment and feedback
72%Academic support
84%Organisation and management
73%Learning resources
85%Student voice
67%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About De Montfort University
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