Graphic designers creatively combine photography, illustration and typography to communicate messages for clients from big brands to small businesses. Built on a series of diverse and challenging practical assignments underpinned by appropriate theory, the BA (Hons) Graphic Design with foundation year degree at the University of Bolton aims to give you the skills to understand the creative process from start to finish.Starting with foundation studies that offer a structured introduction to a wide range of materials, processes and techniques, well support you as you develop your own line of visual enquiry, explore different areas of art and design, and develop a sound portfolio of creative work.Following the foundation level, your studies will focus on graphic design. The course is designed to help you understand the creative and technical possibilities of contemporary graphics image-making, coupled with great typography, and driven by original thinking. Well encourage you to explore the theoretical and historical elements that influence design and think critically about your own work and that of others.Well also focus on helping you to develop career-relevant skills. Creativity, technical knowledge, problem-solving, team working, independence, time management and communications skills are all essential for success as a professional graphic designer.
Which department am I in?
Graphic Design
Study options
Full Time
(4 Years)
Tuition fees
拢15,950.00 (US$ 20,598)
per year
拢63800 Overall cost
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved
Start date
September 2025
Venue
University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester
Deane Road,
Bolton,
BL3 5AB, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England
Entry requirements
For international students
48 UCAS points. We accept a full range of qualifications that carry UCAS points, including A-levels, BTECs and T levels.
IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 for Undergraduate (no less than 5.5 in any component)
TOEFL (ibt) - overall score of 80 including 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.