Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Comics and Concept Art
Program Description
BA (Hons) Comics and Concept Art at the University of Hertfordshire – Launch your creative career in the booming visual storytelling industry with our industry-led programme, developed with input from Marvel artists and game studios like Creative Assembly. Master sequential art, character design, and digital painting using Wacom Cintiqs, Adobe Creative Suite, and Unreal Engine in our professional studios. Our live briefs from publishers (2000 AD, Titan Comics) and placements with animation/game companies prepare you for careers as comic artists, concept designers, or storyboarders – with 91% employed in creative industries (HESA 2023).
Program Requirements
Language Requirements
| Test | Overall Score | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE - A | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 |
| TOEFL | 72.0 | 17.0 | 18.0 | 17.0 | 20.0 |
Academic Scores
| Scale | Minimum Score Required |
|---|---|
| GPA Scale (0-4.00) | 2.80 |
Program Intakes
| September, 2026 |
|---|
| January, 2027 |
| September, 2027 |
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