Illustration FT, BA (Hons)

Course summary

Enter the world of illustrative practice, embarking on a transformative journey to unearth your unique artistic voice as an illustrator. Graduating from this course means emerging as a highly refined visual communicator, adept at seamlessly blending craftsmanship and aesthetic prowess across various digital and analogue platforms, mediums, and projects. Your work will balance creativity with commercial acumen, incorporate sustainability, and be informed by a rich understanding of illustration's historical and cultural context.In an ever-evolving industry, our mission is to equip you with the skills for a lifelong learning journey, ensuring you remain adaptable and prepared for the dynamic landscape of professional illustrative practice. NTU is in the UK’s Top 15 for Art & Design in the Complete University Guide 2023 (Ranked 15th).EmployabilityOur BA (Hons) Illustration course was created in consultation with leading industry bodies such as the Association of Illustrators (AOI), whose knowledge and expertise informs our approach and ensures that the course is aligned with the most current industry needs and expectations. Some of our other industry connections, clients or partners include:HachetteHarper CollinsPenguin Random HouseUsbourneScholasticFolio SocietyCarmeliteNobrow PressYour space to create at NTU We’re committed to helping you explore, expand and refine your craft, as you discover new creative horizons with some truly great tools, equipment and workspaces. Visit our facilities hub at www.ntu.ac.uk/artfacilities to find out more.We are also proud to be launching the new Design & Digital Arts building to prepare our graduates for success in professional, technical and commercial careers in the growing cultural and creative industries.This landmark building will place Nottingham as a UK hub for film, television, animation, UX design, games design, graphic design and more.Facilities include:Collaborative studio spaces for each disciplineDigital Innovation Lab and VR/Mixed Reality StudioExhibition spacesTV and Film StudioBlack Box studioFilm Production editing suitesScreen printing roomSound studiosStop Motion StudioCaféOur students’ work – ‘We Are Creatives’ Explore our online showcase ‘We Are Creatives’ - celebrating the work of the School of Art & Design students. You will find a sneak peak of some of our students’ work and gain a real insight into what it’s like to be part of the NTU creative community at wearecreativesntu.art

Modules

[Year One]

• Exploring Illustration (100 credit points)

• Illustration in Context (20 credit points)

[Year Two]

• Professional Context and Personal Direction (60 credit points, full year)

• Contemporary Issues in Illustration (20 credit points, full year)

• Co Lab: Research, Exploration and Risk-taking (20 credit points, second half of the year)

• Optional module. You will also choose one optional 20-credit module from:

Telling StoriesStoryboardingExperimental AnimationPublishing: Experimental FormatsTypography: Use and ExpressionMotion GraphicsExploring Creative Coding[Final year]

• Developing a Distinct Professional Portfolio (100 credit points)

- Independent Journal (20 credit points)

Assessment method

Year 1 coursework (100%).Year 2 coursework (100%).Year 3 coursework (100%).People excel in different ways, and we want everybody to have the best possible chance of success. On this course you will be assessed on a range of individual and group presentations, and your final year project.Your work in Year Two accounts for 20% of your final degree mark, and your work in your final year accounts for the other 80%.

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[Year One]

• Exploring Illustration (100 credit points)

• Illustration in Context (20 credit points)

[Year Two]

• Professional Context and Personal Direction (60 credit points, full year)

• Contemporary Issues in Illustration (20 credit points, full year)

• Co Lab: Research, Exploration and Risk-taking (20 credit points, second half of the year)

• Optional module. You will also choose one optional 20-credit module from:

Telling Stories Storyboarding Experimental Animation Publishing: Experimental Formats Typography: Use and Expression Motion Graphics Exploring Creative Coding [Final year]

• Developing a Distinct Professional Portfolio (100 credit points)

- Independent Journal (20 credit points)