Illustration

About this course

Illustration is a discipline concerned with the creation of images that communicate ideas, stories, and information across a wide range of contexts, from children's books and editorial commissions to graphic novels, advertising, animation, and public art. It occupies a distinctive position in the visual arts, combining strong drawing and design skills with the ability to generate ideas that serve a purpose and connect with an audience. At degree level, illustration education develops not just technical proficiency but the conceptual thinking, visual problem-solving, and professional awareness needed to work as an illustrator in a demanding and competitive field. At Wrexham this three-year full-time programme includes a foundation year that introduces you to the fundamental principles of illustration, design thinking, and visual communication. You will develop core illustration skills al

Where its graduates go

The 4 largest scored destinations, covering 85% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 72 / 100Information Technology Professionals · 10% of graduatescards →
• 65 / 100Web and Multimedia Design Professionals · 40% of graduatescards →
• 32 / 100Artistic, literary and media occupations · 25% of graduatescards →
• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 10% of graduatescards →

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