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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: W220
Illustration
University of BrightonBrighton, England
3 yearsDuration
£17,250Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
85%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Brighton, the BA (Hons) Illustration provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. A Brighton Illustration degree prepares you for numerous rewarding career paths, including roles such as illustrator, concept artist, special effects technician or production designer. Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and live brief modules across the course. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. International tuition fees are £17,250 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Foundation Drawing and Visual Language
Digital Illustration and Design Tools
Narrative and Conceptual Development
Life Drawing and Anatomical Study
Contemporary Illustration Practice
Professional Practice and Industry Engagement
Specialist Options in Illustration
Final Major Project
UCAS Code:W220
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC - BBB |
| International Baccalaureate | 26 points Must include at least three subjects at Higher Level. |
| UCAS Points | 80 |
🗣️ 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
£17,250
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£51,750
Home Student Fee
£9,535
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 — University of Brighton
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £18,000 | £23,500 | £27,500 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £29,000 | £36,000 |
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
£23,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 21% above UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 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
60%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
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
85%Learning opportunities
83%Assessment and feedback
86%Academic support
89%Organisation and management
85%Learning resources
78%Student voice
84%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
78%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
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