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BA (Hons) Communication Design and Strategy
- Duration: 3–5 years full-time
- Placement: Optional 1 year
- Course code: W213 (UCAS)
- Institution code: A66 (UCAS)
Meet our Industry Patron – Josh Ogden
Meet the Industry Patron for BA (Hons) Communication Design and Strategy – Josh Ogden.
Through collaboration and partnership, AUB and Josh will develop new ways of thinking and, in doing so, create innovative solutions to meaningful problems, delivering lasting change.
Through connecting academic content to real-world experiences, the input from Josh helps students contextualise their knowledge and skills to identify potential career routes.
Career destinations
Graduates from our similar, previous courses have gone on to work in a variety of creative industries, from international design agencies and motion graphic studios to book publishers and app developers. They've filled roles such as junior designer at Penguin Random House and art director at AKQA Paris. Alumni have also founded careers at:
BBC | BBD | CHS | Conrad Design Group | Dam Digital | Dyson | Eleven Miles | Elmwood | EPM Agency | ITV | Jack Renwick | Justified Studio | Make Studio | Otherway | Sky | Superunion | Tatler
Roles achieved by graduates from our similar, previous courses include:
App designer | Art director | Artworker | Brand designer | Creative director | Digital designer | Editorial designer | Event director | Game developer | Graphic designer | Illustrator | Interaction designer | Lecturer | Marketer | Motion designer | Photographer | Studio founder | Technician | Type designer | Visual merchandiser | UX/UI artist | Web designer
Chartered Management Institute accreditation
The BA (Hons) Communication Design and Strategy course is also accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), so in addition to your BA (Hons) degree, you'll also receive a CMI Level 5 qualification and Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status once you graduate.
Visiting tutors
Visiting tutors play a pivotal role in the BA (Hons) Communication Design and Strategy course, as they bring diverse perspectives and unique skill sets, enriching the learning experience and fostering a deeper understanding of the standards and expectations of the creative industries. Industry professionals provide invaluable insights into the creative industry, sharing their expertise and experiences. They conduct workshops, lectures, and participate in critiquing student work, offering constructive feedback from both an education and industry perspective. Their presence can also offer you the opportunity to network and learn about potential career paths, industry trends, and professional practices.