Concept and Comic Arts BA (Hons)

Our course encompasses two distinct practical themes - concept art and comic art, both of which focus on fundamental, traditional art skills and contemporary digital techniques.

These two themes mean you will access a wide range of creative possibilities and opportunities. They are underpinned by contextual studies to inform and enhance your practice through an exploration of the historical, cultural and social contexts of the wider world of print and web-based comic arts, graphic novels and visual communication.

The course features regular guest lectures and workshops, giving you an opportunity to experience first-hand what it takes to design successful content. Our studio culture encourages peer collaboration and networking with industry professionals to support you as you create your portfolio. You will be able to develop skills in your own special interests and graduate as a skilled comic and concept artist, ready to work in a range of roles across the creative industries.

Year one

Block 1: Visualization

Block 2: Design Thinking

Block 3: Making Comics

Block 4: Concept Art

Year two

Block 1: Visual Narrative

Block 2: World Building

Block 3: Professional Practice Comics

Block 4: Character Building

Year three

Block 1: Professional Practice

Block 2: Dissertation

Block 3: Personal Project: Planning and Pre-Production

Block 4: Personal Project: Production and Post-Production.

 Entry requirements

112 UCAS points from at least two A-levels with Art and Design at grade B or above, or

Art and Design BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma at DDM

Plus, five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics or equivalent.

This is a full-time course. Each module is worth 30 credits. Outside of your normal timetabled hours you will be expected to conduct independent study each week to complete preparation tasks, assessments and research.

Course delivery is in block mode, which means each 30 credit module consists of a seven week teaching block.

If English is not your first language we require an English language level of IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each component or equivalent English Language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

In the final year, students will develop their own portfolio of professional standard work, guided by artists from relevant industry and the teaching team.