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Illustration

  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Hendon Campus
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Course summary

Why study BA illustration with us?
We offer a vibrant and supportive environment for aspiring illustrators. Ranked 5th in London for overall student positivity (National Student Survey 2023), our course provides a dedicated workspace in our state-of-the-art studio, The Grove. You'll benefit from experienced staff, including practicing illustrators with industry links. The campus's North London location and strong industry connections offer opportunities for inspiration and live projects.

What will you learn?
You'll develop a unique visual language and professional illustration skills. The curriculum combines advanced digital techniques with a focus on traditional processes, including life and observational drawing. Our studio-based approach challenges the boundaries of illustration, fostering a creative environment for collaborative learning. The course covers animation, printmaking, digital software, and various drawing methods, ensuring a well-rounded skill set. With a strong emphasis on contemporary applications, graduates showcase success in international competitions and secure employment in diverse creative industries.

How do we support your career development

We support your career aspirations through tailored guidance. Our staff, industry experts themselves, offer insights and connections within the illustration industry. The course encourages studio-based learning, where each student has a dedicated space throughout the course. Lectures on professional practice and interactions with visiting illustrators, agents, and publishers provide real-world perspectives. The course structure helps identify your specialization, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to pursue varied career paths, from children's books and editorial illustration to advertising and design. Many of our graduates find success in published works and full-time roles within the creative industry.

Modules

Course Modules

For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/illustration-ba-honours/

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Hendon Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
W220
Institution code:
M80
Campus name:
Hendon Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

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How to apply

This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you're eligible to apply.
  • Republic of Ireland
  • International
  • EU
  • United Kingdom

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
W220
Institution code:
M80
Campus name:
Hendon Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
BB-BBC

UCAS Tariff
80-112

Access to HE Diploma
Merit: 45

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP-DMM

Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/illustration-ba-honours/ https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/illustration-ba-honours/

Additional entry requirements

Portfolio

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6With a minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL (iBT)72With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading
PTE Academic51With at least 51 in all components

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050
EU & International£18300

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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