University for the Creative Arts
Visual Communication (with Integrated Foundation & Professional Practice Years)
Farnham, England, United Kingdom · UCAS W21G
Level
Bachelor
Duration
5 years
Campus
Canterbury
Intl. Tuition
£19,800 (2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
W21G
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Course Overview
Visual Communication (with Integrated Foundation & Professional Practice Years) at University for the Creative Arts in Farnham, England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Graphic design graduates work in agencies, in-house design teams and as freelancers creating brand identities, digital interfaces, print materials and motion graphics. A strong portfolio is the primary currency for career entry.
Student life (indicative)
This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
15,110
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
15.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
62.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Visual Communication (with Integrated Foundation & Professional Practice Years)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Visual Communication (with Integrated Foundation & Professional Practice Years) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Visual Communication (with Integrated Foundation & Professional Practice Years)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Graphic communication
- Visual communication
- Graphic design
- Illustration
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
15,110
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
15%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Creative arts scene
Student Life & City (indicative)
This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
- This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
- A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
What Students Love
- Thriving student social scene
- Active pub & club scene
- Great café culture
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
62%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£26,070
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Graphic design graduates work in agencies, in-house design teams and as freelancers creating brand identities, digital interfaces, print materials and motion graphics. A strong portfolio is the primary currency for career entry.
- Graphic design graduates work in agencies, in-house design teams and as freelancers creating brand identities, digital interfaces, print materials and motion graphics.
- A strong portfolio is the primary currency for career entry.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Healthcare
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
£99,000
For full 5 years
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,420/month budget (housing $820, food $305, transport $90) covers everything comfortably. A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.
- One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,420/month budget (housing $820, food $305, transport $90) covers everything comfortably.
- A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.