Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22910 | £20830 | £24369 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19839 - £26189 | £16042 - £26488 | £18552 - £31827 |
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Course Description
Ignite your creativity as you generate new ideas in an increasingly visual world. This course will enable you to showcase your design skills to industry.
Develop your own creative approach to the study and practice of graphic design. You’ll work on a combination of brief-led and self-initiated projects.
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Explore a wide spectrum of disciplines including design for print, illustration, photography, typography, animation and moving image
- Undertake national and international competition briefs which are externally assessed by industry professionals and academics
- Discover your strengths and develop your individual style
- Have the opportunity to gain professional mentoring from visiting practitioners from diverse fields of communication design
- Engage with organised studio visits alongside external exhibitions and events
- Showcase your projects to the public and impress industry by exhibiting your work at the end of your final year
- Drive your own learning and set your own targets, as you would in the workplace
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Real life experience
Our students have worked alongside practitioners and on live briefs from organisations such as:
- Harvey Nichols
- The BBC
- Leeds Art Gallery
- The NHS
Hands-on opportunities
Your course team will draw upon extensive local, national and international connections to offer multidisciplinary experiences within the field of graphic design. They’ll also guide you through decisions about specialisms and professional practice. You’ll have the opportunity to negotiate a short internship or placement as part of your final year of study. Recent graduates have undertaken internships at Accept & Proceed, Field, Spin and Us Studio, which have subsequently led to employment.
INSIDE/OUT
Our INSIDE/OUT lecture series brings together some of the most exciting names from the fields of art, architecture, design, fashion, film, music, performing arts and beyond. You can catch up on previous lectures by visiting the Leeds Arts Research Centre site.
Why study Graphic Design at Leeds Beckett University...
- 100% of students on BA (Hons) Graphic Design were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*
- Our close links to industry and creative businesses will create multidisciplinary internship and placement opportunities
- Tutors with extensive experience as active practitioners will share their knowledge and professional contacts
- Study within one of the largest university arts communities in the north
- Leeds' thriving creative sector provides countless opportunities for graphic design graduates *National Student Survey 2023
Entry Requirements / Admissions
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
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Costs
Tuition Fees Graphic Design BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About Leeds Beckett University
Established in 1824, Leeds Beckett University is located on the Northern side of Leeds City Centre. There are a variety of campus buildings in the area, including the Polytechnic site, Electric Press, the Old Broadcasting House, the university’s Business School, and more. Leeds is the ideal student city, with an abundance of activities and nightlife to take advantage of, plus a reliable bus service for getting around easily.
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Student composition of Leeds Beckett University
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Total number of students enrolled at Leeds Beckett University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16235
- postgraduates:
- 3890
- Total:
- 20125
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Graphic Design”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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