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Course details
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I really feel like Arden University has already helped me with my career, not just because of the design/marketing knowledge I gained here, but also because studying here has given me a lot of confidence. I used some of my freshly gained knowledge in a recent interview in a marketing and promotions role, and it felt really good to be able to get 'real life' achievements due to my studies this early on
Dorottya Kitchingman
Graphic Design
More than just a degree. Your career is our focus.
No exams: Instead of traditional exams, our assessments mirror real-world tasks you'll encounter in your career. This approach ensures you graduate fully prepared for the workplace, with a focus on building a comprehensive portfolio.
Tailored technical skill sessions:
Our lecturers have curated a library of technical skill videos and offer personalised one-on-one assistance, empowering you to employ various design techniques. These skills enrich your professional toolkit, enabling you to create remarkable designs.
Specialisation opportunities:
We advocate for specialisation and personal growth through independent projects. Working closely with you, we explore your response to briefs, helping you discover your unique creative voice. This allows you to specialise in an area of graphic design most aligned with your passions.
Design thinking:
We prioritise the development of critical analysis skills, essential for understanding the purpose and effectiveness of imagery in graphic design. Our dedicated modules in this area cultivate a deep understanding of design principles, setting you apart in the field.
Professional portfolio development:
In your final year, we offer a free web space for you to showcase the work you have created throughout your studies. Every aspect of your degree contributes to your industry relevance, and we provide guidance on presenting yourself as a “full package graphic designer”.
Learn by doing:
This course is built around practical application. You’ll gain hands-on experience with the tools, platforms, and emerging technologies shaping today’s creative industries.
Study options
Stephen Killick
Graphic Design
Online learning
Studying this course online gives you the ultimate in convenience. You can enrol with Arden from anywhere in the world and study your degree from the comfort of home, without the requirement to attend classes in a physical location.
Our online students study their degree through ilearn, Arden’s university campus in the cloud. ilearn provides everything you need to study at University. It offers an integrated virtual learning experience, including your virtual classroom, lecture theatre, and access to our Library Portal.
The portal includes an extensive digital library including thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and academic and industry databases which you can use to research your assignments and projects. All of these materials are provided to you free of charge, and contain all the research information you’ll need to complete your degree with us. iLearn is also integrated with Zoom, making it easier to chat with your course tutor during your scheduled seminar sessions. You can even integrate our study materials into your Kindle, making it possible to study wherever you have you Kindle handy.
Studying online doesn’t mean studying alone. As well as receiving regular feedback and guidance from your course tutor, you’ll be studying with likeminded students who you can meet with through our Unitu community, and you’ll have access to community message boards to discuss your course and the topics being raised within it. We’ve even set up community boards embedded into each of the course modules so you can have discussions with your tutor and classmates on the topics you’re currently learning.
Online learning students resident in the UK can apply for a Tuition Fee loan to pay for their course. If you cannot attend your course in person because of a disability, you may also be entitled to a Maintenance Loan to cover living expenses.
Please find more information on our fees and funding page. If you're a student from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland you can find information about obtaining a student loan to cover your costs from your student finance body.
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Meet the faculty
Katy Fowler joined Arden University as Head of Department in January 2025, bringing over a decade of leadership experience in Higher Education leading degree programmes in Drawing, Games Design & Fine Art.
Katy has expertise in Fine Art as a practising artist, she is also the founder of WAM! (Working-class Artist Mothers), a nationally recognised network supporting underrepresented artists.
WAM! is currently developing an online residency programme, and exploring participatory research practices around equitable payment models, raising awareness of the systemic barriers faced by working-class artist mothers, and advocating for policies that support their artistic and caregiving responsibilities.
A committed advocate for widening participation, Katy has played a key role in developing evidence-based strategies to enhance access, retention, and success for underrepresented students. Her broader contributions to the Intersectional Students Working Group and the Student Success and Quality Committee demonstrate her dedication to fostering inclusive learning environments and promoting creative excellence.
Katy Fowler
Head of Department Design and Creativity
Career prospects
With step-by-step guidance on handling briefs, you will gain valuable skills in turning concepts into marketable products, a crucial career asset in the competitive graphic design industry.
To provide you with insight into the typical salaries within the Graphic Design industry in the UK, here are some average figures*:
Content Designer: £87,939
User Experience Designer: £56,170
Designer: £39,493
Creative Designer: £37,035
Packaging Designer: £36,718 *Sourced from Reed Salary Tracker, 5th May 2024
What can a graphic design degree do for me?
This programme equips you with essential employability skills for the creative industries. By working on real-world briefs and independent projects, you will build a unique portfolio vital for job applications. While studying, you will:
What can I do after Daskare?
Industry skills
Adobe Creative Cloud
As an Arden student, you’ll receive full access to Adobe Creative Cloud at no cost for the duration of your studies. These industry-standard tools are embedded into teaching, studio practice, and assessment, ensuring you graduate with practical, professional-level software experience.
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