BA (Hons) Graphic Design
Join the graphic design programme at Arts University Plymouth, where you will experiment and push boundaries to create design that matters. From bold branding to socially responsible campaigns, you’ll master the universal language of design while developing versatile skills that open doors worldwide.
With innovation, sustainability and real-world impact at the core of this course, this is your chance to design with purpose and shape a more responsible future.
Find out more about BA (Hons) Graphic Design at Arts University Plymouth.
<ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Degree: BA (Hons) Graphic Design</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">UCAS codes: 3-year degree W214 / 4-year extended degree W211</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Typical UCAS points: 104–120</p></li></ul>
<p>From bold branding to socially responsible campaigns, you’ll master the universal language of design while developing versatile skills that open doors worldwide. With innovation, sustainability and real-world impact at the core, you’ll design with purpose and shape a more responsible future.</p>
Simon Langer
We had great opportunities and a great course leader. The team were extremely supportive especially when I started my first graphic design job whilst still studying in the final year. I met a lot of great friends and some amazing contacts. The course allowed me to get my first job as a graphic designer and I am still using skills today.
Laura Scott
<p dir="ltr">Our BA (Hons) Graphic Design course invites you to join award-winning students, recognised by D&AD Best in Show, Creative Conscience, JDO Raw and more. You’ll stay sharp by exploring current trends, culture, and global events, turning everyday inspiration into powerful design.</p>
<p dir="ltr">By promoting self-expression alongside communication for the greater good, you’ll develop the skills to thrive in a fast-moving creative industry.<br /></p>
<p dir="ltr">These skills, from traditional print practices to brand development and immersive technologies, will enable you to thrive in this ever-changing landscape. Learn to bring your ideas to life both online and offline.</p>
<p dir="ltr">With the support of our expert academics, your studies will instil professional confidence, enriching you personally as you graduate as a progressive problem-solver and effective communicator, equipped with knowledge of ecological sustainability, emerging technologies and user-centred design.<br /></p>
<ul><li><p dir="ltr"><strong>Build essential skills:</strong> from core design and research techniques to creative problem-solving, you’ll develop the foundation to thrive as a designer.</p></li></ul><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr"><strong>Learn by doing:</strong> work on real client briefs and projects that connect you directly to the creative industries.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr"><strong>Network like a pro:</strong> access local and national events such as Plymouth Design Forum, Plymouth Art Weekender, D&AD New Blood Festival, New Designers, and more.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr"><strong>Be inspired to lead change:</strong> our course pushes you to think differently, innovate, and use design as a tool for impact.</p></li></ul>
<p><strong>Industry connections that matter:</strong> gain insight from your own mentor and meet visiting lecturers from leading names like Pentagram Design, Mother London, Getty Images, G.F Smith, Fiasco Design, and Anthony Burrill.</p>
Trevi and BA (Hons) Graphic Design students host event, photography by Codie Hobbs
<p>100% of Graphic Design students gave the best possible response to 12 of the 27 National Student Survey 2025 questions, including “How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?”.</p>
<p>Career opportunities include: Graphic Designers, Letterpress Designers, Web Designers, Brand Managers, Print Designers, Design Managers, Digital Designers, Motion Graphic Designers, UX Designers, Advertisers, App Designers, Content Producers, Studio Managers, Educators, Editors and Creative Directors.</p>
<p>You’ll experiment and push boundaries to create design that matters, mastering the universal language of design through work ranging from bold branding to socially responsible campaigns.</p>
<p>Innovation, sustainability and real-world impact are at the core of the course, supporting you to design with purpose and shape a more responsible future.</p>
<p>You’ll develop versatile skills that open doors worldwide, including skills spanning traditional print practices, brand development and immersive technologies.</p>
<p>Yes. You’ll learn by doing, working on real client briefs and projects that connect you directly to the creative industries.</p>
<p>You’ll stay sharp by exploring current trends, culture and global events, turning everyday inspiration into powerful design.</p>
<p>Yes. You’ll access local and national events including Plymouth Design Forum, Plymouth Art Weekender, D&AD New Blood Festival and New Designers, and meet visiting lecturers from leading names such as Pentagram Design, Mother London, Getty Images, G.F Smith, Fiasco Design and Anthony Burrill.</p>
<p>Yes. You’ll gain insight from your own mentor as part of your industry connections.</p>
<p>In the National Student Survey 2025, 100% of Graphic Design students gave the best possible response to 12 of the 27 questions, including “How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?”.</p>
<p>Career opportunities include Graphic Designers, Letterpress Designers, Web Designers, Brand Managers, Print Designers, Design Managers, Digital Designers, Motion Graphic Designers, UX Designers, Advertisers, App Designers, Content Producers, Studio Managers, Educators, Editors and Creative Directors.</p>
<p>All students at Arts University Plymouth can access specialist support via our Student Support Team. Our trained advisers offer information and guidance on student finance and funding, disability support, counselling and more.<a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/disability-support-and-reasonable-adjustments" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><br /><br />Click here</a> to read more about the support we offer.</p>
<ul><li><strong>Email: </strong><a href="mailto:graphics@aup.ac.uk">graphics@aup.ac.uk</a></li><li><strong>Tel:</strong> +44 (0)1752 203434</li><li><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aup_graphics/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@aup_graphics</a></li><li><strong>X: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/aup_graphic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@aup_graphic</a></li></ul>
<p>After successful completion of BA (Hons) Graphic Design, your progression options at Arts University Plymouth could include some of the postgraduate courses listed below. As a graduate of the university, you will be entitled to a discount of 15% on postgraduate study fees if you choose to progress onto one of our MA programmes.</p>
