About the course

Working in industry-standard studios, you are supported to develop your own creative voice, with guidance from your peers, experienced illustrators and academics, many of who have worked for major brands including The Scottish Government and NHS. You develop your portfolio through live briefs and international competitions, helping you become adaptable by responding to editorial, fashion, children’s books, social media, advertising, packaging, exhibition and corporate commissions. You receive feedback from clients, ensuring you know how to amend and flex in professional environments.

　　Top reasons to study illustration at Teesside University:

　　Nationally recognised:Teesside University was ranked 9th for Student Satisfaction for Art & Design in the Complete University Guide 2024. (84 institutions were ranked. tees.ac.uk/source)

　　Unique facilities: spend time in our very own international contemporary museum and gallery, MIMA (Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art). You gain a full artistic experience, learning in a social space that inspires dynamic ideas, fuels collaboration and allows you to build local, national and international networks with industry professionals.

　　Work-ready: the course includes short, career-focused modules helping you understand working in the arts and creative industries. You look at how the illustration industry works, how to access it, who shapes it and how to grow within it. From industry leaders’ professional wisdom and insight, to accessing professional opportunities and creative coaching, you become an industry insider and leave with a working understanding of the professional community.

　　Digital toolkit: our courses and campus are powered by Adobe and Apple. We’re Europe’s first Adobe Creative Campus and the only Apple-accredited university, equipping you with the digital tools and resources to transform the creative world. Our courses have a built in Creative Week - a workshop based, festival style, off-timetable week each semester where you can experiment with new materials, make visits and upgrade your tech skills.

　　Professional connections: we’re a member of the Association of Illustrators giving you access to interactive talks, guidance on contracts and licensing, and your own discounted membership. This gives you the tools you need for a successful career in industry or as a freelancer. You also have access to our network of alumni, as well as practicing creatives at MIMA.

　　Lenght - 3 Years (or 4 years with work placement) Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 2 (January), 2024	Middlesbrough
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Middlesbrough
Semester 2 (January), 2025	Middlesbrough
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Middlesbrough

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Teesside University

Typical offer: 96-112 points

　　Year 1 entry

　　96-112 points, including a creative subject, from any combination of recognised Level 3 qualifications. Consideration is also given to students without formal qualifications but with evidence of practical illustration experience at an appropriate level. Applicants are invited to share a portfolio where applicable to show creative skills in illustration.

　　Applicants are invited join us on campus for an applicant day, enabling you to see our illustration facilities, meet staff and students and learn more about studying at Teesside University.

　　Non-EU international students who need a student visa to study in the UK should check our web pages on UKVI-compliant English language requirements. The University also provides pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements.

　　For entry onto an undergraduate degree programme, you would normally need a pass in at least two A levels, or equivalent level 3 qualifications as a minimum. The new level 3 T levels, offered from September 2020, will be considered for entry onto our courses. There may be some course-specific requirements. You may also need GCSE passes at grade 4 (or C) or above, or other level 2 qualifications. These may be required in specific subjects, depending on your university course. including any additional course requirements such as an interview, portfolio or audition. Other level 2 qualifications may be accepted as alternatives. Some courses ask for additional entry requirements because of the requirements of the associated profession.

　　IELTS (Academic ) - 5.5

　　

English language requirements

　　5.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Teesside University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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Reviews and rankings

World ranking

　　1001st / 1250

　　THE World ranking92nd / 130

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