BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Start working towards your career in graphics with the BA (Hons) Graphic Design programme at BSBI. This programme has been selected by BSBI from among the many prestigious international degrees offered by University for the Creative Arts.

Faculty of Creative Industries

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Programme Overview

Central elements of the BA Graphic Design course include typographic skills and the focused application of design principles, which respond to practical design challenges in highly versatile markets. Structured teaching also encourages independent learning and project management. Students will engage in studio time, seminars and workshops but also supplementary activities such as gaining industry experience, all within Europe’s most exciting leading creative industry hub of Hamburg.

The programme is delivered 100% on-campus with full access to state-of-the art facilities. Students will also have additional access to programme and reading materials via the University for the Creative Arts platform.

You will earn a bachelor’s degree with 120 UK credits per year (equivalent to 60 ECTS per year). This helps student mobility in the EU when it comes to transferring credits from one higher education institution to another.

In partnership with the highest-ranking creative education institutions, we aim to attract the most creative minds to generate expert professionals who will be equipped with the creative and practical solutions required in professional graphic design careers.

Programme Fee

Hamburg : October

BA 2025 October: International students Price: €11,000 | EU Students Price: €8,450

Price 2026: €11.000 (International and EU)

Foundation International Route 2025: February | October: International students Price: €11,000 | EU students Price: €8,450

Special offers: Up to 20% savings for International Students | 10% savings for EU Students Terms and conditions apply.

Portfolio Scholarship Competition

Students have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and the chance to receive a scholarship on tuition! This competition is valid on the Faculty of Creative Industries programmes being offered at the Hamburg campus.

Best Portfolio (Study for Free!)

1 Student | 100% Scholarship on Tuition

Second Best Portfolio

10 Students | 50% Scholarship on Tuition

Third Best Portfolio

20 Students | 40% Scholarship on Tuition

Find out more about how to apply here.

INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION IN ART DESIGN AND MEDIA

  • English for Academic Purposes, Research and Study skills
  • Exploring Practices, Process, Materials and Techniques
  • Investigating Specialist Practice
  • Final Major Project

YEAR 1

  • Methods and Processes
  • Typography and Principles of Visual Communication
  • Historical and Contextual Methods

YEAR 2

  • Design Direction
  • Contextual Research and Theory
  • Study Abroad Exchange (optional)

YEAR 3

  • Contextual Research and Critical Perspectives
  • Final Major Project
  • Professional Practice

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The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the BA (Hons) Graphic Design course students should be able to:

Knowledge

  • Apply good knowledge of English to communicate relevant international, cultural, contemporary knowledge and historical, theoretical and professional contexts.
  • Understand and formulate unique ideas into convincing concepts for the industry.
  • Generate research and apply technological, theoretical and detailed knowledge of graphic design.
  • Understand various emerging and contemporary developments and debates in the communications industry.
  • Confidently identify the sources of risk that affect projects and come up with strategies for managing those risks to get the best results from the projects.

Application to the industry

  • Apply autonomy to deliver primary and secondary research involving the identification and use of relevant resources
  • To remain focused on upcoming employment opportunities within today’s dynamic and versatile market 
  • Combine practical training with independent study, to reach full design potential and respond effectively to changing briefs and client’s needs
  • Evaluate and apply a range of methods to respond to evolving and emerging technological changes in design applications to support opportunities in your creative practice

Skills

  • Enhance understanding of critical engagement within the creative arts industry
  • Apply profound graphic design principles and technical skills in relation to associated industries and environments
  • Present and communicate compelling ideas, concepts, sustained research and teamwork efforts
  • Stay career minded and sustain your own networkability
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Career Progression

BSBI’s industry focused environment provides the ideal support to our students in their personal and professional development. Upon successful completion of the BA Graphic Design course, you’ll be able to pursue the following graphic design careers:

  • Graphic designer
  • Branding/corporate designer
  • Packaging designer
  • Editorial designer
  • Web and app designer
  • UI/UX designer
  • Art director
  • Creative director
  • Video director
  • Visualiser/visual creative

BSBI’s dedicated Careers Service helps graphic design students and alumni reach their career goals and realise their potential. The Service offers specialised support and aims to build long-lasting relationships with local and national employers.

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In recent developments of hybrid learning, we require each student to arrive equipped with a laptop. We, therefore, recommend the purchase of a design-friendly mobile laptop. Please click below to read more about the technical requirement.Technical Entry Requirement

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FAQs

BSBI offers various scholarships for both undergraduate and postgraduate students to support their academic journeys. Some of the scholarships include the BSBI Women in Tech Scholarship, the Leadership and Enterprise Scholarship and the BSBI Portfolio Scholarship competition. Learn how to apply for a scholarship at BSBI here.

The bachelor's degree in graphic design at BSBI is shaped around the future of graphic design careers to enable the development of in-demand skills and essential knowledge. Our strong industry connections provide opportunities for students to pursue internship opportunities, network with industry professionals and build a platform for successful graphic design careers.

The BA Graphic Design programme offers a unique student experience, through the collaborative learning approach and emphasis on creative projects. The BSBI Hamburg campus is a hub of diversity and holds events for students to network with experts in the design industry.

The graphic design bachelor’s degree programme is taught 100% from BSBI’s state-of-the-art Hamburg campus. Delivered by industry experts and taught mostly in a collaborative style, the BA Graphic Design programme provides students with ample opportunities to develop in-demand skills like communication, creativity and strategic decision-making.

In addition to the diverse student body representing over 100 nationalities, BSBI offers dedicated support services for international students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, including career guidance, language assistance and regular extracurricular events.