Illustration

A Brighton Illustration degree prepares you for numerous rewarding career paths, including roles such as illustrator, concept artist, special effects technician or production designer.

Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and live brief modules across the course. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Recent graduates from this course have gone on to work at MTV, The Tate, Google and the Cartoon Network.

Top reasons to choose this course
• You’ll work on live industry projects with real-life clients which means you’ll graduate with industry experience and gain a competitive edge with employers.



• We encourage you to develop your own creative voice while exploring a wide range of artistic styles. There is no house style!



• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting.



• Customise your degree from year two and specialise in areas that align with your interests and future creative ambitions.



• We’re renowned for producing artists who are confident in using their own creative voice and who work in a range of styles. Our graduates are making their mark at major creative institutions such as the the Tate, Wieden+Kennedy and MTV.



• Collaborative working: just like in industry, you will connect with students from different creative courses, developing contacts for when you graduate.



• You’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your work in our Graduate Show and take part in events including the Brighton Illustration Fair.



Why Brighton is a great place to study Illustration

Brighton is a city with creativity at its heart, making it the perfect setting to study Illustration. From independent studios to galleries and design festivals, the city offers endless inspiration and opportunities to engage with the creative community.

Our long heritage in art and design education means you’ll be part of a diverse network of creatives, with access to exhibitions and industry connections that extend beyond the campus. Living and studying here gives you the chance to explore new ideas in a supportive, open-minded city known for its culture, innovation and craft.

Named one of the best cities on the planet and third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton is also a bustling hub for music, media and fashion.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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