About BA (hons) Graphic Design Communication in University of the Arts London
This course at Chelsea College of Arts aims to help you develop a practical and conceptual set of creative tools, while introducing you to the community and practice of graphic design communication. It places a strong emphasis on live projects in collaboration with the creative industries. You will develop your digital and technical skills as well as defining your own practice.
What to expect
- To be able to create outcomes using lens-based media, or build immersive experiences and make 3D work, in addition to learning the traditional crafts of type and layout.
- To explore moving image, motion graphics, documentary, experimental and fashion film.
- To understand both the creative and cultural world that surrounds you and creatively contribute to forming their future.
- To be supported to create an outwardly facing practice and build a network and bridge into the professional design world.
- Through our established network of industry influencers, alumni designers and associate lecturers gain additional knowledge and understanding. This will be done by using live projects designed to open your creative potential and develop your skillset.
- To develop your confidence and grow your skills in an environment where you will have the freedom to take creative risks and learn
- To have access to Chelsea's shared workshops. These include ceramics, casting, laser cutting, photography, audio-visual editing suite, metal and woodwork.
Work experience and opportunities
The course has strong links with the creative industries. Our BA Graphic Design Communication students gain commercial experience through exclusive commissions, award schemes and live projects. Many of these lead to job offers upon graduating.
Entry requirements
- High School leaving examinations - We will consider any High School leaving examinations that are considered to be the equivalent to A-level examinations in the UK.
English language requirements
- IELTS: 6.0 - 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
- TOEFL iBT: 80 - 90 overall.
- PTE Academic: 51 - 58 (with no less than 51 in each component).
University of the Arts London Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Annual Endowment |
321.6 million |
| Cost of attendance |
£25,442 |
| Campus housing capacity |
3286 |
| Student retention rate |
88% |
University of Arts London Cost of Attendance
| Expenses |
Amount (Pounds) |
| Tuition |
£9,250 Undergraduate Courses
£22,880 Postgraduate Courses |
| Housing fee |
£130 per week (average) |
| Meals |
£35 per week |
| Personal expenses |
£33 per week |
