BA Graphic Design
About this course
BA (Hons) in Graphic Design is an undergraduate degree within the Fashion Design domain, focusing on visual communication, creative production, and digital media applications. Core topics include Systems Design, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, Marketing, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Design & Creative Practice. The curriculum incorporates an optional placement year and a foundation year route for eligible applicants. The course begins with foundational studies covering Data Analysis and Research Skills, Academic Skills and Communication, Fundamentals of Audiovisual, and Fundamentals of Image Making. The first year establishes core technical proficiencies through Brand Identity, Graphic Design, 3D Modelling, and Communications Challenge. The second year advances through Design Theory, Dynamic Typography, Data Storytelling, and Content Marketing. The final year consolidates professional capabilities via Design for Change, Project Management, Final Project, and Advanced Studio Practice.
Written by AI from the university's course page and module list. It can get details wrong, so check the official course page before you rely on it.
Entry requirements
Entry tariff: 112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent). Foundation Year: 64–80 UCAS points (or equivalent).
See the highest paying Art, Design, Music & Drama degrees in the UK →
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 70%
- Learning opportunities: 67%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 41%
- Learning resources: 76%
- Student voice: 64%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 60%
- Left higher education: 35%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 60%
- South East: 24%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Skills and Communication (foundation students only)
- English for Academic Practice (international students)
- Data Analysis and Research Skills
- Fundamentals of Audiovisual
- Fundamentals of Image Making
- Brand Identity
- Graphic Design
- 3D Modelling
- Communications Challenge
- Design Theory
- Dynamic Typography
- Data Storytelling
- Content Marketing
- Design for Change
- Project Management
- Final Project
- Advanced Studio Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Graphic Design at University of Roehampton earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £35,500. The £29,000 median after five years is £3,000 more than the UK median for Design studies.
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Graphic Design at University of Roehampton?
70% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BA Graphic Design at University of Roehampton?
The average entrant had 94 UCAS points.
Does BA Graphic Design at University of Roehampton include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA Graphic Design at University of Roehampton?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 35% left higher education.