Liverpool Hope University
Graphic Design (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Liverpool Hope University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Graphic Design (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) and other courses in Biosciences (Non-Specific) at Liverpool Hope University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Biosciences (Non-Specific).

Overall student satisfaction
84 /100
35 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Sport and Exercise Sciences

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Biosciences (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £18500 £19500 £23000
25-75 percentile range £15500 - £24000 £14500 - £23000 £19500 - £28000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Sport and Exercise Sciences

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23050 £20736 £24916
25-75 percentile range £19375 - £26517 £15885 - £25078 £19225 - £30842

Course Description

This is a four year degree taught at our Creative Campus. The Foundation Year aims to develop your skills so that after a year, you will be equipped with the necessary skills needed for studying the full BA Hons degree programme.

Our Graphic Design degree aims to equip you with the skills and theoretical knowledge to work and innovate in the Graphic Design sector and the wider creative industries. The principles of collaboration, innovation and individuality underpin the curriculum and the degree aims to create critical and confident graphic designers that will be ready to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing and increasingly technological sector.

You will learn a variety of approaches to visual communication and gain a thorough understanding of studio practice and the design process, including studio based project work, live briefs and work placements in established design studios in the immediate local community the UK and abroad. In preparation for the world of work, the development of rigorous research skills, theoretical understanding and mastery of a range of both technological and physical tools will be developed. Taught by academics who are experts in their field, by the end of the degree you will have built a contemporary portfolio that will equip you for an exciting future in the sector.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Graphic Design (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University

20% Secretarial and related occupations
20% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
15% Artistic, literary and media occupations
10% Welfare and housing associate professionals
10% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Customer service occupations
5% Administrative occupations
5% Caring personal services
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Administrative occupations

Students are assessed via a number of methods. Please go to the course link provided for further information.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Biosciences (Non-Specific)

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6

For International students, an overall score of 6.0 is required, with 6.0 in both reading and writing and no individual score lower than 5.5.

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Graphic Design (with Foundation Year), BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Graphic Design (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)

EU £9250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
International £12500 year 1

Additional fee information

Please note, some of our courses may have additional costs. Please visit the course webpage for further information.

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:

  • Foundation

University Rankings

Positions of Liverpool Hope University in top UK and global rankings.

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About Liverpool Hope University

Liverpool Hope University, also known as Hope, was founded in 1844 on the outskirts of Liverpool. Hope is formally affiliated with the Christian-Ecumenical religion, and provides spaces to practice your faith, including the EDEN building and Hope Chapel. Applicants can expect to find 12 research centres here, 2 modern libraries with knowledgeable librarian staff, and all of the on-site amenities you would expect as a student. Whenever you need some time away from the campus in your free time, Liverpool’s vibrant City Centre is just a 40-minute bus ride away.

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Student composition of Liverpool Hope University

undergraduates:
4160
postgraduates:
875
Total:
5035
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