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BA Graphic Communication
If you've achieved well at school or college and your passion for design is strong, our undergraduate degree may be exactly right for you.
Why study with us?
Our undergraduate course is renowned for its intellectual rigour. You'll engage in serious academic study with us as well as gaining top-level design skills and graduating with a diverse, relevant portfolio.
Life in the Department
Enjoy small-group teaching and dedicated 24-hour studio spaces. You'll work closely with academics on real-life practical projects.
Applicant information
If you've already made your application, we look forward to seeing you soon. Here are some useful links to our portfolio guidance, applicant Facebook community, student-led Instagram account, first year students’ work, archive of student work on Flickr, department blog and applicant portal.
Student projects
How you'll study
We help you engage with design from many angles and work to your strengths. Learn more about our stimulating and flexible teaching methods.
Caroline's story
Even after graduating, I have heard so much about the outstanding quality of Reading graduates because Reading is serious about design and design research.
Caroline Teng
BA Graphic Communication graduate
Life in Reading
Step off campus and you'll find yourself in a bustling town centre offering a variety of shops, restaurants and activities. We're also well-connected – you can reach London Paddington within half an hour by train.