The Graphic Design BA (Hons) at the University of Derby equips you with the creative and technical skills essential for a dynamic career in visual communication. You will explore core principles of design, delve into creative concepts, and develop your ability to craft compelling visual narratives. This course is ideal for aspiring designers passionate about typography, branding, illustration, and digital media, providing a strong foundation to address contemporary design challenges and opportunities within the creative industries. You will learn to think critically and conceptually, preparing you for a professional design journey.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is structured over three years, guiding you through essential modules such as Design: Theory, Making and Meaning, and Applied Professional Practice. You will have opportunities to undertake a placement year, gaining invaluable industry experience, and will culminate your studies with an independent creative project and a research-focused dissertation. You will graduate with a robust portfolio and the confidence to pursue roles in advertising, branding, digital design, and beyond, ready to make your mark in the professional design world.