Scottish courses

Graphic & communication design courses in Scotland

4 university, college and Graduate Apprenticeship routes, with entry grades checked October 2026. Always check the course page before you apply.

University · Edinburgh Napier University

Graphic Design

BDes (Hons), 4 yrs · UCAS W210

StandardBBBCWidening accessBCCC
Subjects
None required; Art & Design or D&M preferred
Notes
Portfolio and interview.

2027 entry Course details ↗

University · Glasgow School of Art

Communication Design

BA (Hons), 4 yrs · UCAS W213

StandardABBBWidening accessBBCC
Subjects
English or an English-based subject
Notes
Digital portfolio and interview.

Entry year not stated: check the course page Course details ↗

University · University of Edinburgh (Edinburgh College of Art)

Graphic Design

BA (Hons), 4 yrs · UCAS W210

StandardABBB
Subjects
N5 English
Notes
Digital mini-portfolio is an important part of selection. Figures shown are for 2026 entry.

2026 entry: check for 2027 Course details ↗

University · University of Dundee (DJCAD)

Art & Design (General Foundation)

BA/BDes (Hons), 4 yrs · UCAS WW12

StandardABBBWidening accessBBCC
Subjects
None required; Art & Design or an English-based subject preferred
Notes
Portfolio and interview. After year 1 you choose a specialism, e.g. Graphic Design, Illustration, Animation, Jewellery.

2027 entry Course details ↗

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