The Illustration BA Honours at the University of Westminster is designed for aspiring artists keen to develop their unique visual voice and master the diverse techniques of contemporary illustration. You will explore the dynamic field of image-making and visual communication, engaging with both traditional methods like observational drawing, printmaking, and animation, and cutting-edge digital arts, VR, AR, and MR technologies. This course is ideal for students who are passionate about storytelling through visuals and wish to understand the contexts and cultures that shape the illustration industry.
You will study this undergraduate degree full-time on campus over four years, immersing yourself in a rich learning environment that includes individual tutorials, student-led studio classes, group projects, and technical sessions. Throughout your studies, you will engage with visiting artists, industry experts, and industry briefs, developing vital professional practice and enterprise skills. Between your second and third years, you have the option to undertake a placement or study abroad, leading to an award with Professional Experience or International Experience. You will graduate with a strong portfolio and the creative and technical abilities to pursue a career in diverse areas of the illustration and creative industries.