Art and Design courses

About Illustration And Design BA (hons) in University of Sunderland

If you are passionate about drawing and are full of creative ideas then this course will cultivate your talent. At Sunderland we encourage students to push the boundaries of illustration. The course blends traditional techniques with computer technology, such as virtual reality and 3D design.

Your first year combines an exploration of design principles, printmaking and drawing. You will then pursue a specialist study of illustration during your second and third years.

Perfect your craft alongside experienced academics, all are practicing professionals at the cutting edge of their field; they bring their industry insights and experience directly into their teaching.

Teaching sessions are made up of a combination of personal one to one meetings with design tutors and group critiques designed to encourage team working and to create a community vibe among the year groups. This is supported by lectures, seminars, workshops and independent learning. You will have access to studio spaces outside of teaching time, which facilitates reflection on work and peer evaluation.

Feedback is given regularly during teaching sessions and at the end of the semester in order for you to develop your work to the highest standard and also to reflect on how you might have approached the project differently.

Your first year of study introduces you to a range of different media and focuses on the fundamental skills of illustration including observational drawing, printmaking, animation and digital drawing and painting. You will then progress onto stages 2 and 3 where you will narrow your focus and develop your own personal style of illustration through open briefs based on real-world commercial projects.

You will have the opportunity to exhibit your work at the end of year degree show. The show is open to the public and invited guests in order for you to showcase your portfolio and meet potential employers from the design sector.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Students who have successfully completed Standard XII examinations will be considered for entry onto our undergraduate degrees across the full disciplinary spectrum.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS :overall score of 6.0 and at least 5.5 or higher in each component

University Of Sunderland Highlights

University Of Sunderland Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The UK Border Agency (UKBA) requires you to have a budget of at least £1,000 per month to study in inner London boroughs, and £ 800 per month to study outside London boroughs.

Application Processes

he UCAS code of the University is S84.

• Application Fees: 18 GBP
• Deadline: As the University offers an enormous number of Courses, the deadline for applying for every course varies.
• Documents: Here is the list of Documents you will need while applying for the University.
  • Complete Application
  • Academic Transcript
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • English Language Proficiency
  • Financial Statement
  • GMAT/ GRE score (For Graduates)
  • Visa Certification
  • Copy of Passport

English Language Proficiency Qualifications Accepted

If an International Student applying for the University is from a nation where English is the First Language, it is required to Qualify in any of the Given Examinations as a minimum.

1. IELTS: A overall Score of 6.0 (with at least above 5.5 in each Component)
2. Pearson Test of English Academic: A minimum score of 56 with not less than 51 in each Skill.
3. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: A grade of C or above.
4. Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: A grade of C or above.

If you have any other Qualifications, then you can contact the International Office for Advice or any Queries.

Email I’d: International.enquires@sunderland.ac.uk

Visa Requirements for International Students

• There two kinds of Visa you can apply for studying in the UK.
  • Tier 4 General Student Visa: You can apply for this Visa if your Course duration is for more than six months. The Student can apply for this visa if he/she is over 16 years old. Tier 4 Visa
  • Short Term Study Visa: This Visa is for Short term courses. The validity of Visa is normally for a period of Either six months and eleven months.

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