Studying with Petroc
With main campuses in Barnstaple, Tiverton and Brannams, if you decide to study at the combined college, you’ll be able to take advantage of increased resources and the plethora of learning opportunities associated with them.
FdA Illustration
| Institution code | P51 |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Course type | Part-time |
| Study location | Petroc (Barnstaple: Brannams) |
The University Centre for Northern Devon offers respected qualifications, hands-on learning, industry collaboration, and unwavering support for students in the region. We are passionate about raising the aspirations, knowledge and skills of individuals, and year after year our students produce exceptional results, enabling them to progress further in training or employment. Our wide variety of courses are designed to support learners to study higher education locally in subjects including education, computing, science, engineering, and health and care.
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Course details
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Year 1
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Core modules
PETR1019
Introduction to IllustrationPETR1020
Thematic Studio PracticePETR1021
Studio OptionPETR1090
Research and ContextThis module enables students to gain knowledge of theory, principles and transferable skills, to support an emerging professional practice. The application of that knowledge will embrace written responses and portfolio building (PDP). Students will demonstrate awareness of their subject sector, its contemporary and traditional practice, employability and entrepreneurial requirements
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Year 2
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Core modules
NORD2098
Critical and Contextual StudiesPETR1022
Technical and Experimental WorksPETR1023
Location PracticePETR2028
Location Response -
Final year
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Core modules
NDI211
Negotiated Studio PracticeThis module enables the student to propose a programme of research and studio practice, which after discussion and agreement, is approved by the tutor(s). Students will be encouraged to take risks and use an experimental approach to making and thinking.
NDI212
Negotiated Studio Practice 2This module continues with the development of self-directed study established in the earlier Negotiated Studio Practice module. Students will be encouraged to continue to take risks and use experimental approaches to making and thinking within a Illustration context.
NDI213
Collaborative ExhibitionThis module offers the students the opportunity to organise and realise a presentation of their work within the context of an exhibition.
PETR2022
Professional Practice
The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.
Fees, costs and funding
As this course is delivered by one of our partner colleges, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding.
Tuition fee price changes
In November 2024, the UK Government announced an increase to tuition fees and maintenance support for 2025/26 academic year, setting the standard tuition fee and student maintenance loan at £9,535 per year and the University’s tuition fees were increased to this rate.
The UK Government has indicated that further fee increases may be announced this year and in subsequent years. If the UK Government does so, the University may increase annual tuition fees in subsequent years, which may include the fees for the 2026/2027 academic year, in line with the Student Contract and all times in line with the maximum tuition fee caps set by the Government. More information about fees and costs of studying.
How to apply
For further information and to apply for this course, please contact the college's admissions team directly using the contact details below.
Progression routes
Completing this course enables you to progress onto these related courses and programmes with the ҹèÊÓƵ at level 5 or level 6, as specifically defined by this programme’s progression agreement.
For further information, including the progression from foundation degree form, please visit /business-partners/partnerships/academic-partnerships/study-guide/progression-to-honours-degree
Our partnership with Petroc
The ҹèÊÓƵ has developed partnerships with institutions around the world with the sole purpose of making higher education more accessible to those people who need something just a little different.
Our Academic Partnerships enable students to enrol for a degree at a partnership institution closer to home, or engage in distance learning – even when they’re in the middle of the ocean. They are there for those people looking to return to education, or enhance their professional development. Full- or part-time; foundation degree to masters-level – we cater for a huge variety of needs and aspirations.
Many of our partners offer specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. And as a student of two institutions, you get the best of both worlds; a supportive learning environment as part of a close-knit community, and a university-level qualification awarded by the ҹèÊÓƵ. You’ll enjoy not only the facilities and services your partnership institution provides, but also all of the additional support and resources you need from us, and you’ll automatically become a member of our Students’ Union, too.
We are continuing to grow the number of partner institutions and expand our academic community to new locations around the UK and overseas. Why not visit the Academic Partnerships page on our website for a full list of partners and for more details on studying with us?
One of our partners delivers this particular course – so please visit their website for full course details, entry requirements, tuition fees and information on what student life is like there.
