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Graphic Communication BA Hons
Develop the ability to express your design ideas confidently, learn how to solve real-life graphic communication challenges, and graduate with a diverse and relevant portfolio.
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member6147220
30th April 25
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
Reading is ranked 6th place for Graphic Design and from what I've seen the rating needs to be higher. Every lecturer is very passionate about what they do and that passion really makes the work we as students produce, much better. We are also usually given opportunities to go to talks, seminars and meetings about Graphic Design so we don't only learn from the university.
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Points of entry for Graphic Communication BA Hons
Year 1
Entry requirements for Creative Arts and Design and Design Studies at University of Reading
Entry requirements are the formal requirements students need to meet to be considered for a place on a university course. But, each year many universities accept students with lower grades. The bar chart below shows the actual UCAS tariff points of students currently on this course.
B,B,B
Required subjects for Graphic Communication BA Hons at University of Reading
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UCAS points for current students on Creative Arts and Design and Design Studies at University of Reading
English language requirements
7.0
Additional details
We require a minimum score of 7.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing).
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member6149203
21st May 25
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
Such a fun course to take with a different perspective on graphic design. If you enjoy the typography area of graphic design it will be perfect for you. All tutors I've had so far have been great and helpful - can ask anything or send an email at any point and you will get a quick reply. So many interesting modules, my favourite so far has been brand and persuasion and the end of year one. Coming from college, personally it is quite writing heavy which I wasn't used to but very interesting and informative. So many opportunities to take on jobs while studying with the 'real jobs' course, working with real clients in the industry. Everyone is extremely friendly and social, not only in my year but across all years. My favourite part of the course overall is Baseline Shift, where speakers from the industry will come in a give a presentation about their background and their current work. So interesting to hear from real people in the real world of graphic design. read more
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19th May 25
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
arguably the best graphics course in england you can be rest assured that you will be well prepared for professional life after graduating read more
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member4148427
14th May 25
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
This course is amazing!! Although the teaching is sometimes harsh they will push you to be the best you can and will support any who need it. The real jobs scheme is amazing for real life experience and furthers job prospects. The course is very full on but definitely value for money. read more
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member6147220
30th April 25
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
Reading is ranked 6th place for Graphic Design and from what I've seen the rating needs to be higher. Every lecturer is very passionate about what they do and that passion really makes the work we as students produce, much better. We are also usually given opportunities to go to talks, seminars and meetings about Graphic Design so we don't only learn from the university. read more
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member8115166
18th September 24
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
Amazing course! With good professors and amazing workshops! Definitely a great experience if you want to study typography and typeface design. read more
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member683087
3rd April 23
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
Pay lots of money for a course that you then pay more money for things. Full time and very busy need to keep on top of things of you want a social life at uni. read more
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member483001
1st April 23
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
The amazing thing about this course is the real jobs module where we have to work with at least 3 clients that come to the university. Its great expierence for your cv. However this course is not for the faint hearted. There are lectures and seminars everyday and the sheer amount of work is above any other course I talk to. Especially at the end of term we are always very stressed trying to meet deadlines and out of the 40 or so people on the course each year i would say atleast 5 drop out. Only apply if you are definitely wanting to go into graphic design because this course will be perfect for you read more
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member511524
23rd July 15
Graphic Communication, BA Hons FullTime
Course is brilliant. Staff are amazing. More money could be spent on the department though read more
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