The BA (Hons) Illustration with foundation year at Southampton Solent University is your gateway to a dynamic career in visual communication. This course is ideal if you are passionate about storytelling through images and want to develop your unique artistic voice. You will explore the multifaceted world of illustration, from narrative and editorial to contemporary and digital practices, gaining a deep understanding of how visual language shapes our understanding of the world. This programme offers a comprehensive foundation, preparing you for the creative challenges and opportunities within the illustration industry.
You will study this full-time, on-campus degree over four years, beginning with a foundation year designed to build essential creative, technical, and study skills. Throughout your degree, you will engage in practical projects, develop expertise in areas like Adobe Creative Suite, digital and analogue processes, and explore modules such as Visual Language, Editorial, and Narrative Book Illustration. You will graduate with a strong portfolio, practical experience working on industry-relevant briefs, and the confidence to pursue diverse career paths in illustration and visual communication.