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Cartoon and Comic Arts

BA(Hons)
UCAS code: W222

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A unique new award that provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and specialist visual language of cartoons and comic art.
Students are taught both traditional drawing skills and craft-based media alongside digital software applications.
Emphasis is on character development, effective storytelling and strong visual communication.
Professional studio environment with access to specialist tutors and excellent resources.

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Visual storytelling has been with us since we were painting on walls in caves and right now a whole wave of comic hero’s are on our TV, computers, newspapers and in cinemas
around the world.

This new degree programme reflects the diversity and rich history that exists in the UK and abroad of visual storytelling; the importance of drawing and visualising the narrative, innovation and creativity has assured the widening acceptance and intellectual credibility of this art form. Comics, cartoons and graphic novels today are thriving and not only in specialist outlets but also via other channels (e.g. independent publishers and small press, cartoon strips in newspapers and magazines, new English language Manga, multimedia, moving image, animation, web and games design.

BA(Hons) Cartoon and Comic Arts Programme Specification (PDF, file size: 76.07KB)

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Qualification:	BA(Hons)
Faculty/School:	Faculty of Arts, Media and Design
Location:	Stoke Campus
Course Length:	Normally three years full time.
Entry Requirements:	Typical offer: 240 UCAS points. A Levels: CCC. BTEC: MMM Foundation Art and Design. All applicants are individually assessed via portfolio and interview.
UCAS Code:	W222