Graphic Design BA (Hons)
York St John University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 60 graduates of Graphic Design BA (Hons) and other courses in Design Studies at York St John University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Design Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Design Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Design Studies 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 | |
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Median salary | £24000 | £20000 | £22000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £25000 | £17500 - £23000 | £19000 - £28000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Design Studies
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22025 | £20113 | £23568 |
25-75 percentile range | £19981 - £25071 | £15144 - £24676 | £17604 - £29974 |
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Course Description
Graphic design is everywhere. Immerse yourself in the art of visual communication.
Learn the principles of visual language and the impact of graphic design. You will take the knowledge and techniques you learn and apply them to different practical projects. We encourage creativity, so you will be able to use different mediums and platforms to develop creative design solutions that are uniquely yours. It's time to find your specialism.
This course gives you the knowledge and practical skills needed for a career in graphic design. When you join us you will start by learning ways to generate concepts and ideas. You will evolve your skills in artistic layout, drawing and visual communication. Projects throughout the degree allow you to focus on your practical abilities. These projects increase in complexity as you progress and involve working with private clients. As you work on them you will learn about:
Typography
Branding
Composition
Image making
Motion graphics
User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design
Print production
3D type and lettering
Alongside this practical exploration, we will also introduce you to the histories and theories of graphic design. This will allow you to identify what interests you most, so you can conduct your own research in these areas.
When you choose to study with us, you get more than the skills you need to succeed. You gain experiences that make you stand out. We give you opportunities to:
Work with private clients and graphic design companies on live briefs
Enter design competitions to showcase your work internationally
Complete work placements in industry and learn from visiting professionals
Visit international cities to experience contemporary design around the world and find new inspiration
Exhibit your work at our annual degree show, the perfect way to build a professional network.
Our team of expert designers and technical specialists will really get to know you by supporting your personal practice and ambitions.
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.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Graphic Design BA (Hons) at York St John University
25% | Design occupations |
15% | Finance Professionals |
15% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
10% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Design Studies
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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
- All Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Graphic Design BA (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £14000 | year 1 |
International | £14000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
For courses with an optional Placement Year, during the Placement Year your fees will be reduced to 15% of the annual fee value.
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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of York St John University in top UK and global rankings.
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About York St John University
York St. John University, previously known as York Diocesan College, is a government funded university located on the outskirts of the historic York city centre, just a 10 minute walk away from the York Explore library and the famous York Minster. York is a small and charming city whose city centre is surrounded by miles of intact roman walls and a number of other historical wonders.
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Student composition of York St John University
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Total number of students enrolled at York St John University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 5310
- postgraduates:
- 1685
- Total:
- 6995
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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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Graphic Design BA (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 72% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £34800 | 146 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
Graphic Design BA (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | 60% | 0% | 20% | £9250 | £15000 £15450 | 126 | Cheltenham | On campus Full-time | |
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Graphic Design with Foundation Year BA (Hons) | Buckinghamshire New University | - | 5% | 11% | £9250 | £15000 | 122 | High Wycombe | On campus Full-time | |
Graphic Design (with placement year) BA (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 90% | 0% | 2% | £9250 | £22000 | 177 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time | |
Graphic Design BDes (Hons) | Edinburgh Napier University | 94% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £17580 | 213 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time |