The BA (Hons) Graphic Design program at the University of Kent teaches you how to use visual communication to convey powerful ideas. You'll explore how design can inform, inspire, and provoke change, developing your personal artistic voice and identity. The course covers core graphic design skills like typography, image-making, editorial design, UX/UI, and motion graphics, while also encouraging exploration of emerging trends and techniques. You'll examine graphic design in relation to contemporary issues such as climate crisis, digital misinformation, inclusive design, and ethical branding. Through live projects, industry partnerships, and mentoring, you'll gain practical experience, build a strong portfolio, and develop the confidence needed for a career in the creative industries. The program utilizes specialist facilities to help you respond to real-world briefs and client challenges.
The curriculum allows you to transform ideas into visual narratives addressing social, environmental, and ethical challenges. Modules may change annually based on new developments. The program offers full-time study over three years, with an optional fourth year for industry experience or study abroad.
The program offers a 3-year full-time study option. A 4-year option is available which includes a year in industry or a year abroad. Part-time study is also possible over 6 years.
Fees are listed per academic year and are subject to change. An asterisk (*) indicates potential variations or additional costs.
The tuition fee for international students is £23,500 per academic year. Please note that fees are subject to change.
The program is offered as a full-time study over three years. An optional fourth year is available for industry experience or study abroad.
For A-Levels or IB Diploma, you are typically required to achieve BBC or 96-112 UCAS points.
You can apply for the program through the UCAS system. If you are seeking a place through Clearing, you can sign up for Priority Clearing on the University of Kent website.
The course aims to prepare you for careers in the creative industries by equipping you with skills, experience, and confidence through live projects and industry partnerships.