Bachelor in Graphic Design Top Up Ba Hons

For Bachelor in Graphic Design Top Up Ba Hons, tuition costs 17,400 GBP per year, while the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027.

Designed for students who have already completed a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma, or equivalent, this top-up programme serves as the intensive final year (Level 6) of a BA (Hons) degree. It is ideal for creative practitioners looking to refine their professional identity, challenge the contemporary role of design, and bridge the gap between academic study and the professional creative industries.

Students here immerse themselves in a vibrant studio culture, working alongside peers in illustration and animation to foster cross-disciplinary innovation. The curriculum is built on the premise that a successful designer must be able to test, present, and defend their ideas with conviction. By connecting design practice to critical social issues and emerging technologies, you will develop a distinct creative voice suited for careers in art direction, digital publishing, UX design, branding, and beyond.

Distinctive Learning Environment

• Industry Integration: Benefit from the 'Hothouse Talks' lecture series and live client briefs that connect you directly with professional studios and visionaries.
• Practice-Led Research: Engage in experimental making, utilizing both analogue craft and cutting-edge digital platforms to push the boundaries of visual communication.
• Professional Focus: Develop a high-level portfolio that reflects your personal design philosophy, ensuring you leave the programme ready for immediate entry into the workforce or postgraduate research.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.