Study BA in Graphic Communication Design at Griffith College - Ireland in Ireland, Faculty of Design

BA in Graphic Communication Design

Ireland

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What will I learn?

If you’re fascinated by words and pictures, bursting with ideas, and a natural problem solver, then this course is for you. Our BA in Graphic Communication Design is a three-year Level 7 degree that equips you with the creative, technical, and strategic skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced design world. You’ll explore everything from branding and digital media to consumer culture and visual communication, all while building a future-ready portfolio. Get inspired by graduate work at Griffith Creative 2025. Our BA in Graphic Communication Design is a three-year Level 7 degree that equips you with the creative, technical, and strategic skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced design world. You’ll explore everything from branding and digital media to consumer culture and visual communication, all while building a future-ready portfolio. Achieve an honours degree in just three years. Access 20+ Adobe Creative Cloud tools on campus – included. Learn traditional design foundations alongside modern digital practices. Explore branding, UX, web design, and marketing strategy. Work across print, digital, motion, and interactive design. Understand consumer behaviour and market trends. Learn to think creatively and respond to real-world design challenges. Course Highlights Small Class Sizes, Big Support Get personalised feedback and mentorship in a close-knit, collaborative environment. Hands-On Studio Experience Develop practical skills in fully equipped design studios. Learn from Industry Professionals Be taught by designers, makers and creatives with real-world experience. Showcase Your Work at Griffith Creative Week Present your final-year projects to industry, peers and the public. Field Trips & Real-World Inspiration Explore exhibitions, studios and design briefs to fuel your creativity. Questions? Have a look at our FAQ section.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Design

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
€13,500.00 (US$ 14,468) per year
Academic Administration Fee: EUR €250; International Student Support Fee: EUR €300; Protection of Enrolled Learner Fee: EUR €275
Start date

September 2026

Venue

Dublin Main Campus

South Circular Road, Dublin 8,

Dublin,

D08 V04N, Dublin 8, Republic of Ireland

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
€13,500.00 (US$ 14,468) per year
Academic Administration Fee: EUR €250; International Student Support Fee: EUR €300; Protection of Enrolled Learner Fee: EUR €275
Start date

September 2027

Venue

Dublin Main Campus

South Circular Road, Dublin 8,

Dublin,

D08 V04N, Dublin 8, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

There is no portfolio requirement for this course.

Students will need a minimum of five subjects at grade O6/H7.

These results must include minimum grades of O6 in English or Irish and O6/F2 in Mathematics.

Advanced Entry

Level 5 holders: Candidates with a Level 5 qualification in a cognate area who obtain 3 distinctions and 5 passes (plus a portfolio) may be eligible for entry into year 1 of this course. Candidates under 23 years of age still need to apply through the CAO. Mature students can apply directly here.

Level 6 holders: Applicants with a Level 6 qualification in a related discipline may be eligible for advanced entry into this course. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant transcripts and a portfolio of work in support of their application. Pending the strength of the portfolio, candidates may be eligible for entry into year 1 or year 2 of this programme.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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