Course Overview

Take your illustration practice to degree level and beyond on our HNC Illustration course.

Using your artistic talent, you'll become immersed in the fast-paced, exciting world of contemporary illustration. Learn illustration disciplines, practices, and theories, and enhance your drawing and making skills to create visually compelling narratives and innovative, dynamic briefs – powered by industry-standard software and equipment.

After completing this course, you can take the second year of BA (Hons) Illustration at the University of Portsmouth, or pursue a career in art, design and illustration – and the wider creative sector.

General Eligibility

• An A level in an art related subject, or Level 3 vocational equivalent (diploma / extended diploma), or equivalent industry experience in a relevant field. All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, to which you should bring a portfolio of recent work. This interview will include an admissions test.

• BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – PPP

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 5.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).