From world-leading research to community partnerships, student success and global impact, 2025 showcased the University of Brighton at its boldest and best.
Here are some of the standout moments that defined our year: Read More
Category Archives: Illustration
University of Brighton named the UK’s most LGBTQ+ friendly university
Brighton has been crowned the UK’s most LGBTQ+ friendly university in a new survey, scoring 8.7 out of 10 for inclusivity – the highest in the country. Read More
Learn more about studying at Brighton at our online taster sessions
Discover what it’s like to study at the University of Brighton with one of our taster and advice sessions.
These events are a great way to dive deeper into your chosen subject and gain insights into the application process and university life.
Events are held online on Microsoft Teams – you may need to download the Teams app if you are joining on your phone from Google Play or from the App Store. Read More
Meet us at the UCAS Create your Future events in London and Manchester!
Are you thinking about studying something creative like art, media, design, journalism, film, fashion, music or photography? Or maybe you’re still figuring out what your next step looks like?
Either way, UCAS’ Create Your Future event is the perfect place to start thinking about a creative degree and where that could take you. This year, our School of Art & Media is heading to both the London and Manchester events! Read More
University unveils extra financial support for students applying through Clearing with Brighton Summer Boost initiative
For the first time, the University of Brighton is extending its Brighton Boost financial support initiative to students applying through Clearing in 2025.
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Hoang Ngoc Mai Pham – Sequential Design/Illustration MA
In the lead up to our 2025 MA Show, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating masters students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Sequential Design/Illustration MA student Hoang Ngoc Mai Pham about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
Brighton graduate wins Sony Future Filmmaker Award for powerful short film capturing Gypsy and Traveller heritage
Juliet Klottrup, a photographer and filmmaker from North Yorkshire, graduated with First Class Honours in Illustration BA(Hons) from the University of Brighton in 2016. Read More
University of Brighton ranked among top 4% of universities worldwide
The University of Brighton has earned a place among the world’s leading universities. Brighton has ranked in the top 4.3% of institutions globally, as reported in the 2025 Global 2000 list by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). Read More
University of Brighton’s biggest art show is back – and you’re invited!
This summer, Brighton’s City campus is transforming into one giant gallery and it’s free to visit! Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Teddy Baron – Illustration
In the lead up to our 2025 Graduate Shows, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Illustration BA(Hons) student Teddy Baron about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Arianna Ebanks – Illustration
In the lead up to our 2025 Graduate Shows, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Illustration BA(Hons) student Arianna Ebanks about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
Brighton named one of Time Out’s 50 best cities in the world for 2025
Brighton ranks 34th on Time Out’s 2025 list of the world’s 50 best cities, making it the third-highest ranked city in the UK.
The definitive annual list is published every year, based on feedback from tens of thousands of city-dwellers across the globe. This year, over 18,000 participants shared their thoughts on key aspects of city life such as food, nightlife, culture, affordability, happiness, and overall atmosphere.
University of Brighton announces one of the UK’s first scholarships focused on the study of trans inclusion
A PhD scholarship focused on trans and non-binary inclusion has been launched by the University of Brighton in collaboration with The Paul Cottingham Trust.
10 Reasons to Study Illustration and Graphic Design at Brighton
The world of illustration and graphic design is all around us – in books and magazines, in branding and advertising, on websites and apps and in the digital spaces we interact with each day. Read More
Check if you’re eligible for £1,250 and a lower grade offer
At the University of Brighton, we’re here to support you in making the best start to your university journey. With our new postcode checker, you can quickly see if you’re eligible for our Brighton Boost financial support package, designed to help you with the cost of living and make everyday things just that little bit easier. Read More
Looking back on our 2024: A year of innovation, creativity and impact
As we wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past year’s achievements, milestones and stories that have shaped the year here at the University of Brighton.
There’s so much to celebrate – we’ve seen groundbreaking research, community impact and inspiring student success across every area of the university. Read More
Celebrate 10 years of Graphic Brighton and explore the architecture of comics and graphic novels
Brighton’s festival dedicated to exploring the world of comics, Graphic Brighton, is back for its 10th anniversary celebration at the University of Brighton. Read More
University of Brighton Graduate Show launches summer spectacle of student talent
Three Summer Shows presents student talent in art, design, media, architecture and humanities Read More
Graduates 2024: Anna Mccartney: Illustration
“Recently we had some industry professionals and alumni from all levels come to talk to us about their practices and journeys, it was so helpful and reassuring to listen to their stories and creative lives.”
Graduates 2024: Coral Monaghan: Illustration
“I’m from London, and living in a smaller city where I can get everywhere by foot is great. It means I get out and about more, it feels like it opens up more possibilities. I think I’ll forever associate Brighton with spending long days in the university studio, getting lost in work… I’ll miss that student-studio atmosphere. I like the hustle and bustle of it; the productivity of it.”
Graduates 2024: Em Kersten: Illustration
“I’d tell my 17-year-old self to be less afraid to try and embrace new creative processes – how I make work now is completely different to how I first did when I started university, and one of the most exciting parts of this course is seeing your practice change and evolve.”
Graduates 2024: Mia Sankey: Illustration
“With all the materials available on campus it was just a matter of pursuing what you intend to achieve… outside of scheduled studio hours I would often come in to work with friends in the studio.” Read More
Illustration student Grace Moran designs ex lecturer Raymond Briggs exhibition poster
Congratulations to University of Brighton student Grace Moran who has won a competition to design the publicity poster for Bloomin’ Brilliant: The Life and Work of Raymond Briggs exhibition at Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft.
Follow our Illustration course on Instagram
At Brighton our Illustration BA(Hons) has a long and illustrious history – take a look at the course Instagram feed and follow to get a snapshot of life on the course.
High-profile Christmas stamp commission for Illustration grad Tom
Tom Duxbury whose work includes illustrating book covers for high profile writers such as Philip Pullman is the designer behind the Royal Mail’s 2023 Christmas stamps, the first set to bear the silhouette of HRM King Charles III.
Illustration students artwork feature in Bellingcat report
Award-winning investigative news agency Bellingcat has used illustrations from three graduating BA(Hons) Illustration students in their annual report. Read More
Graduates 2023: Maia Roman: Illustration
“Don’t be afraid of making lots of mistakes because the sooner you get over it the sooner you’ll enjoy the process more!” Read More
Graduates 2023: Abby French: Illustration
“This year, one of my animations was used within BBCs Great British Menu Finale and my illustrations are displayed over 26 benches throughout the Brighton Marina.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Freddy Goodfellow: Illustration
“Brighton is a contagious town and rubs off on most things.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Rachael Wu: Illustration
“My advice for 16 year old self will be ‘think out of the box and be brave to try new things!”
Meet the staff: Roderick Mills, Illustration
“I love the conversation via the tutorial with students, helping students to find their own visual language through enquiry, investigation of subjects, experimentation, and play, to help students find themselves and what they want to make work about. ” Read More
Illustration course leader revealed as artist behind smash-hit true crime podcast
Roderick Mills, course leader for BA(Hons) Illustration has been revealed as the artist behind the original artwork for the latest hit podcast from The New York Times, ‘The Coldest Case in Laramie’. Read More
Illustration student works at University of Brighton-delivered project at Ditchling Museum
Third-year student Alex Adams was employed to help at Make It Happen, a craft skills-based project at Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft with Adults with Learning Disabilities from St Nicholas Centre, Lewes.
Illustration legend and ex art school lecturer Raymond Briggs dies
Raymond Briggs, creator of masterpieces of illustration as diverse as The Snowman and When The Wind Blows, has passed away, aged 88.
Illustration student Imogen Donegan named as one to watch by the AOI
The Association of Illustrators has name recent Illustration graduate Imogen Donegan as one of 10 talented new graduates to watch. Read More
Illustration student is TikTok sensation and design business success story
Eva Malley’s art business took off while she was studying at the University of Brighton – her work, mostly line drawings, are “inspired by the beauty of the mundane.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Ugne Petreikyte: Illustration
“I am grateful that the course in Brighton is not set in stone for what kind of work you are expected to make – for those who find traditional illustration not fitting for their practise, they are encouraged to use other mediums which makes the course incredibly multidisciplinary.” Read More
University brings stars of the comics world to Brighton for two-day festival
The Graphic Brighton festival returns with two days of talks and workshops on 27-28 May – including the debut of Michael Rosen’s new graphic novel.
Graduates 2022: Kirsty Atek: Illustration
“I’m glad that I chose to study Illustration because an equal amount of realism is taught, as much as ‘fantasy’ is encouraged; all the skills I’ve gained from my time at Brighton can be applied to the industries that I hope to work in and I’m still able to create work that fulfils me creatively.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Julia Jolliffe: Illustration
“My experience of the Visual Communication course at Brighton has been great; the course is extremely experimental in its approach to what ‘Illustration’ means allowing students to explore lots of different methods and approaches to their work.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Rosie Penny: Illustration
“The flexibility offered on Illustration is one of its strengths. Across the course people are engaged with animation, drawing, printmaking, moving image, collage, 3D rendering and in my case writing.” Read More
Illustration students take part in Bellingcat-inspired project
Second year Illustration students are taking part in a project inspired by renowned investigative news agency Bellingcat. Read More
Three Brighton art graduates shortlisted for Platform Graduate Award 2021
Nina Fisher, Anja Blau and Ainoa Burgos Gonzalez will be exhibiting at Brighton’s Phoenix Art Space after being shortlisted for a major South East art award.
Graduates 2021: Beth Izatt and Noah Kulman: Illustration
“It’s the people you meet at University which I find is the most important part of the university experience whether its tutors and technicians or friends who I will forever remain in contact with and collaborate with in the future.”
Illustration graduate Pia Bramley publishes debut book
Pia, who graduated in 2009, is to publish her first book, Pandemic Baby, a visual diary of her experience of becoming a parent in lockdown. Read More
Brighton’s Illustration BA(Hons) in top 5
ApplyToUni has named our long-running Illustration degree as in the top five for the subject – the course was started in 1983 by John Vernon, the UK’s first Professor of Illustration. Read More
Graduates 2021: Tamsin Gaul: Illustration
“After attending the open day and seeing previous students’ work, I thought that the course at Brighton would be the best place to create work that was varied, experimental and purposeful.” Read More
Graduates 2021: Nina Fisher: Illustration
“Three words to describe the course would be: challenging, experimental, stimulating. Its avant-garde approach questions what illustration is and what it could be. It underlines the importance of experimenting, spontaneity and, playfulness, pushing you to get out of your comfort zone.”
Graduates 2020: Ruicong Chen: Illustration
My works in the final year particularly are freer on looking for various ways to tell an idea, but in the end, I still like to present it or them in form of video as I’m exploring what I can do on moving images, or further, animation as well.
Graduates 2020: Holly Jones: Illustration
My practice develops project to project as I try to tailor different styles and techniques to the subject matter. Read More
Graduates 2020: Sophie Walker: Illustration
When looking at my portfolio, it’s a very mixed bag. I tend to pride myself on my versatility over a variety of mediums. Read More
Graduates 2020: Alice Gompels: Illustration
“I’m a filmmaker and my work is centred around public engagement and documentary.” Read More
Graphics and Illustration students working in lockdown
Follow our first years’ tip of the day and pics of their isolation stations on their Graphosandillos Instagram feed. Read More
Alumni Chris Riddell features on Desert Island Discs
Author, illustrator, political cartoonist, former Children’s Laureate, alumni and honorary graduate Chris Riddell was the featured guest on the long-running radio over the weekend hosted by Lauren Laverne. Read More
Illustration graduate brings the Brontës to life
Read a Guardian interview with graphic novelist by Isabel Greenberg about Glass Town, her book based on the Brontë sisters. Read More