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Why Study Art and Illustration?
Are you passionate about creative disciplines such as art and illustration? Ready to turn that passion into a thriving career? Our Visual Arts portfolio is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and equip you with a range of transferable skills, preparing you for diverse opportunities in the art and culture sectors.
We focus on helping you build the technical skills needed to unleash your creativity and find the best medium to express your ideas.
While studying with us, you’ll be learning in the inspiring, state-of-the-art Barbara Hepworth Building, and working closely with academic staff who have vast knowledge and experience in their fields.
What can you do with a degree in Art and Illustration?
Graduating from one of our art or illustration courses at the University of Huddersfield will open up careers as an illustrator, fine artist, or visual communicator. You may work in publishing, advertising and animation, creating visual content for books, magazines and digital media.
The skills in drawing, painting and digital illustration you develop will also be valuable in roles such as concept art, graphic novels and art education. Furthermore, you can pursue opportunities in gallery management, art therapy and freelance illustration, where your artistic talents can be applied in diverse and impactful ways.
There's still time to apply for courses starting in September 2025!
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Dr Lydia Czolacz
Lecturer in Contemporary Art & Illustration
a graphic practitioner who explores the interdisciplinary relationship between Graphic Design and Art. Lydia's practice explores unconscious methodologies leading to the creation of Surreal environments.
Dr Simon Woolham
Lecturer in Contemporary Art & Illustration
Dr Simon Woolham is an artist, curator, and academic specialising in expanded drawing, narrative and walking as research. He teaches Contemporary Art and Illustration at the University of Huddersfield and leads the ongoing project In Search of the Shortcuts.
Dr Janine Sykes
Lecturer in Contemporary Art & Illustration
Janine Sykes is a curator and lecturer at Huddersfield. Her research focuses on blended curation, combining education and curatorial practice. She has led national and international projects exploring participation, new media, and art education.
Blogs
Why Huddersfield was my choice of University
Hi, I'm Evetta and I study Illustration at Huddersfield. Find out what made me choose Huddersfield for University!
Huddersfield's MA Art and Design Show
Learn about what it's like to exhibit work in Huddersfield's MA Art and Design Show!
Exhibiting Coursework at Hudd HeART
Hear our experience exhibiting our coursework at Hudd HeART.
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