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Graphic and Communication Design (York School of Art)
- BA (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
York College University Centre is the home of York School of Art, our creative community for adults. This course is part of the York School of Art, please visit our website to find out more about our art school.
The course provides a studio and workshop atmosphere where the skills and disciplines of graphic and communication design (e.g. digital, illustration and printmaking) can be fully explored. This is supported by state-of-the-art teaching facilities including specialised classrooms, workshops, a printmaking/bookmaking room, photography studios and Apple Mac suites, to ensure you get the finest experience. You will be introduced to the role of the contemporary graphic designer and will develop innovative and original ideas, whilst working with a range of processes and formats in response to the ever-changing demands of the professional industry.
The course provides you with the skills and disciplines needed to embark into the creative industries with confidence. You can also take part in international design competitions and live projects, as well as listening to talks from visiting practicing designers and artists. The course offers a wide-ranging and specialist practice - the course structure allows you to balance the relationship between breadth and specialism, giving the designer room for exploration and experimentation.
Modules:
Level 4
Typography: Design Projects
Digital & Photography
Contextual Influences 1
Print & Bookmaking Workshops
Level 5
Branding Design Projects
Contextual Influences 2
Narrative Storytelling
Professional Practice
Level 6
Research Project
Independent Project
Creative Futures
Competition Briefs
Modules
Level 4
Typography: Design Projects
Digital & Photography
Contextual Influences 1
Print & Bookmaking Workshops
Level 5
Branding Design Projects
Contextual Influences 2
Narrative Storytelling
Professional Practice
Level 6
Research Project
Independent Project
Creative Futures
Competition Briefs
Assessment method
Students will develop portfolios of work in response to a brief, these portfolios will be assessed. You will also be encouraged to present ongoing work to your peers and staff as well as industry figures and design studios.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 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:
- W210
- Institution code:
- Y70
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
York College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
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:
- W210
- Institution code:
- Y70
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
72 UCAS Tariff points or Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject or A levels.
A level
Level 2 English
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants will need to hold GCSE Maths and English at a minimum grade 4.
T Level
72 UCAS Tariff points or Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject or A Levels.
Applicants who have relevant skills and experience but who do not hold the standard minimum entry requirements will be considered.
Applicants will be required to demonstrate the necessary skills and experience to enter the course through their personal statement.
Additional entry requirements
- Portfolio
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7200 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7200 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7200 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7200 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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Main Contact
Email:info@yorkcollege.ac.uk
Phone:01904 770770
Fax: 01904 770499
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