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Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Communication Design
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Awarded by:
- Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Course summary
This course will equip you with an extensive understanding of the Communication Design disciplines and provide you with an opportunity to focus your study towards a chosen specialism.
Students will develop the creative, critical and technical skills necessary to pursue a career within the ever evolving communication design professions across a wide range of industry sectors.
The curriculum is focused on developing ideas and problem-solving skills via a process of self-directed study, research, experimentation, creativity, innovation and enterprise.
Subjects within the programme of study include Graphics, Illustration, Photography, as well as 3D Visualization, Animation, Videography, and Interactive & Web Design.
Industry-led projects, European exchanges, national design competitions, work placements and internships are all integral to the curriculum.
Our distinctive cross-disciplinary approach to learning included the integration of the design disciplines and student cohorts within open plan design studios.
Key activities relate to professional and commercial practice and new business start-up activities encourage our graduates to adopt an entrepreneurial outlook.
The wide variety of opportunities and learning experiences raise awareness of the fast paced and changing context of communication design.
Year 1 will be completed via BA (Hons) Foundation in Art and Design - UCAS Code WW12
Modules
Assessment method
You will explore graphics, illustration and photography within a variety of design studio and workshop settings that facilitate collaborative learning experiences using both traditional techniques and the latest digital technologies. Our critical and contextual studies modules explore visual design culture and context while our creative future activities embed an enterprising outlook.
You will have the opportunity to participate in a diverse range of external facing activities throughout the duration of the course including international field study trips, national design competitions, and live collaborative projects with a wide variety of external businesses and organisations.
How to apply
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:
- WW26
- Institution code:
- R36
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Aberdeen
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A level BCC
to include Art & Design (or a creative design and/or media subject e.g. Media Studies) and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) will be considered for Year 2 entry
UCAS Tariff Not accepted
Scottish HNC Pass
Relevant HNC (e.g. Art & Design, Design & Media, Fashion Design, Textile Design) will be considered for year 2 entry
Scottish HND Pass
Relevant HND (e.g. Art & Design, Design & Media, Fashion Design, Textile Design) will be considered for year 2 or year 3 entry
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 27
to include Higher Level Visual Arts and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) will be considered for Year 2 entry
Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: Suitable qualifications for entry to Year 2 (or above) may include:
Relevant GCE A Levels, HNC/HND or Diploma in Foundation Studies (e.g. Art & Design, Design & Media, Fashion Design, Textile Design).
GCE A Level: BCC to include Art & Design (or a creative design and/or media subject e.g. Media Studies) and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English).
IB Diploma: 27 to include Higher Level Visual Arts and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English)
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- Portfolio
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent. |
We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests. Find out more at the URL provided https://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.
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).
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9535* | |
| EU & International | £18940* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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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