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UndergraduateBachelor of Design (with Honours)UCAS: W210
Graphic Design
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£21,120Per Year (Intl)
£23,500Avg. Graduate Salary
89%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BDes (Hon) Graphic Design at Edinburgh Napier University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Graphic design shapes the way we see and think about the world around us. Join our award-winning students on the BDes (Hons) Graphic Design learning how to use graphic design to tell meaningful stories that make a difference. The four-year BDes (Hons) Graphic Design degree offers a highly regarded and carefully considered programme which equips our students with the skills to meet current industry demands and nurtures thoughtful graduates who understand the value of ideas, ethics, concept development and deep thinking in design. 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 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years, and a 85% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Graphic Design Foundations
Visual Communication and Typography
Conceptual Thinking and Ideation
Digital Design Tools and Software
Branding and Identity Design
Design Ethics and Sustainability
Live Project and Professional Practice
Design Research and Critical Analysis
UCAS Code:W210
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCC preferably including one of: Art and Design/Design and Technology: (Product Design). |
| International Baccalaureate | 27 points Award of 27 points overall with 6,5,4 in HL subjects including preferably one of Visual Arts or Design Technology. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 56 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£21,120
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£84,480
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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Edinburgh Napier University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £20,000 | £23,500 | £24,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £22,000 | £27,000 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £27,500 | £32,500 |
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▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 15% above UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01-03). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
10%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
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
84%
Overall
Teaching on my course
89%Learning opportunities
90%Assessment and feedback
82%Academic support
92%Organisation and management
76%Learning resources
79%Student voice
80%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 Edinburgh Napier University
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