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BA Graphic and Media Design

University of the Arts London

Institution
University of the Arts London
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Communication and graphic design
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
W212
Typical offer
IB 24, UCAS 80

Entry requirements

The course team welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds from all over the world. The course attracts students who apply direct from A-level (or equivalent) or from Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, or other art or design courses, as well as mature students who may have previously worked in industry. The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows: 80 UCAS tariff points, which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications: A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences). Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4). Merit, Merit, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Art and Design, IT & Computing). Merit at UAL Extended Diploma. Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Digital and Creative Media, Film and Production, Computing). OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points minimum And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C).

About this course

BA (Hons) in Fashion Design. Core topics include Research Methods and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students complete a major project in the final year and can undertake an optional professional placement lasting a minimum of 100 days between the second and third years.

Modules

  • Year 1 (Level 4)
  • Introduction to Graphic and Media Design
  • Processes and Methods
  • Responsible Design
  • Design Exploration in Context
  • Year 2 (Level 5)
  • Ways of Working
  • Professional Practice
  • Design Cultures
  • Situating Practice
  • Year 3 (Level 6)
  • Self-Initiated Research Project
  • Positioning in Design
  • Major Project
  • Diploma in Professional Studies (DPS) (Optional)
  • Diploma in Creative Computing (Optional)
  • Diploma in Storytelling (Optional)