BA(Hons)Illustration
| Study location | United Kingdom, Bristol, City Campus |
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| Type | Bachelor courses, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 3 years |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | BA(Hons) |
| Course code | W224 |
| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) Good grades in English The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. |
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| Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) |
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| Other requirements | At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. A relevant portfolio is required. Entry is based upon portfolio and ability. Successful applicants are generally those with the strongest portfolios. For guidance on what to include in your portfolio, watch our portfolio advice video Applicants demonstrating commitment to and knowledge of the subject on their application form are invited to a selection session where they will be required to present a collection of their creative work to demonstrate a good practical ability in and understanding of their chosen field. The selection session will provide applicants with an opportunity to demonstrate their communication, interaction and analytical skills You should bring a portfolio of your creative work to the interview. The emphasis is on quality rather than quantity. You should be able to show evidence of drawing and staff will be looking for quality of ideas and evidence of creativity. It is essential to include sketch and ideas books. The programme is looking for ‘makers’ who are prepared to work independently and who are self-motivated. Interviews typically take place between November and March, according to when you apply. |
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Overview
Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.
Career opportunities
Our graduates go on to work across all areas of the creative industries.
They are film directors, set designers, art/creative directors, illustration agents, visualisers, designers, model-makers, animators, storyboard artists, puppeteers, theatrical/film costume and prop designers.
Past students work as:
Animator/filmmaker at Arthur Cox
Model/puppet-maker at Aardman Animation
Prop-maker for Harry Potter Film Franchise
Creative Director at Landor Associates
Art Editor at NoBrow
Artist at Damien Hirst Studios
Art Editor at MacMillan Publishers.
Others establish successful freelance careers as illustrators.
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