Graphic Communication Design
- BA (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 28/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Central Saint Martins
Course summary
BA Graphic Communication Design at Central Saint Martins supports interdisciplinary, hybrid, and specialist designers, aiming to equip students with creative, conceptual, and technical thinking skills required for the contemporary design world.
The course offers a solid foundation in the discipline’s core practices, including Computation, Contexts, Lens, Print Production, and Typography, while encouraging experimentation across these areas.
On the course, you will engage in both studio based work and theoretical studies, with an emphasis on critical reflection and the integration of research, writing, and making. As you progress, you will develop your practice through project briefs, workshops, and seminars, leading to a unique portfolio that reflects your identity as a designer. By the end of the course, you will be well equipped to begin your professional journey, with a comprehensive understanding of graphic communication design’s role in shaping the future.
About Central Saint Martins
Central Saint Martins is a world-leading centre for arts and design education, renowned for innovation and collaboration. Its reputation is built on the creativity of students, expertise of staff, and achievements of its graduates, including Turner Prize winners and Royal Designers.
The College fosters curiosity and experimentation, challenging students to test boundaries and rethink norms. Situated in London’s creative hub, its King’s Cross campus hosts over 500 annual events, connecting students with inspiring practitioners and industry leaders.
Combining academic excellence, creative ambition, and global connections, Central Saint Martins equips students to shape the future of art, design, and performance.
Courses sit within 3 Schools: C School, S School and M School, which cover a range of different disciplines, from fine art and performance to architecture, design, and fashion.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Central Saint Martins
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 28/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W215
- Institution code:
- U65
- Campus name:
- Central Saint Martins
- Campus Code:
- M
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- W215
- Institution code:
- U65
- Campus name:
- Central Saint Martins
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- You may be invited to an interview following our review of your application
- Portfolio
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £30890 | Year 1 |
| International | £30890 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please note that the Home tuition fee for entry in September 2026 is subject to the passing of UK government legislation to approve the increase in fees. If this is not passed, the tuition fee for 2026/27 would be £9,535. Please check the fees and funding section of your course page on our website for more information: www.arts.ac.uk/courses. Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students.
The International fee is correct for entry in September 2026 and is subject to change for entry in September 2027. Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.
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