
Start
September, February, June
Duration
3 Years
Awarded By
University for the Creative Arts (UCA), UK
Yearly Fees
AED 47,775 (VAT Inclusive)
*Inclusive of VAT
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UK awarded degree through University for the Creative Arts (UCA)
Creative, design-led approach to computing education
Strong focus on AI, Cyber Security & Software Engineering
Opportunity to transfer to UCA UK after Year 1
The BA (Hons) Visual Communication awarded by University for the Creative Arts UK is a practice-led undergraduate degree that explores how ideas, information, and narratives arecommunicated through visual language across print and digital media. The course develops creative, conceptual, and technical skills in areas such as graphic design, branding, typography,image-making, layout, and visual storytelling, while encouraging critical thinking and experimentation.Through studio-based projects, research, and professional practice, students learn to respond effectively to creative briefs, understand audiences and contexts, and produce visually engaging, purposeful design solutions. Graduates of the programme develop a strong professional portfolio and leave with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and creatively, apply strategic and conceptual thinking to real-world design challenges, use industry-standard tools and processes, present and justify design decisions with confidence, and work independently or collaboratively within contemporary creative industries.
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View Full Entry RequirementsAED 47,775 per year (VAT Inclusive). Scholarships and grants may be available for eligible students.
Selected Year
| Level | Unit Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | What is Visual Communication? Core | 30 |
| 4 | Equality Diversity and Inclusion Core | 15 |
| 4 | Defining Your Practice Core | 15 |
| 4 | Practice-based Fundamentals (GD / Illustration / Animation, Moving Image and Photography [AMIP]) Core | 30 |
| 4 | Preparing for Professional Practice: Part 1 Core | 15 |
| 4 | Individual Reflection and Progression Core | 15 |
Total Credits – Year 1
120
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