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How to become a graphic or digital designer

Creates visual designs for brands, products and media.

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After GCSEs

Media, Broadcast & Production T-level T-level: leads straight into this work
Art & Design (level 3 diploma) College course: leads straight into this work
A-levels at sixth form Sixth form: a step towards the routes below
Creative Media (level 3 diploma) College course: a step towards the routes below

After sixth form or college

Fine Art Degree

With A-levels: Needs A-level Art & Design. Typical: AAB–CCC.
With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Art & Design (UAL). Typical: Merit or Distinction, plus portfolio.

Graphic Design Degree

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Art & Design, Design & Technology, Media Studies. Typical: ABB–CCC.
With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Art & Design (UAL) or BTEC Creative Media. Typical: Merit or above, plus portfolio.

Illustration Degree

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Art & Design. Typical: BBB–CCC.
With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Art & Design (UAL). Typical: Merit or above, plus portfolio.

Revision guides for the subjects you'll need

A-level Art & Design

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