A field trip abroad or in the UK is arranged. Students participate in national competitions. Tutorial support is given throughout. National competitions and freelance commissions are undertaken. A London exhibition provides an important showcase.
Business studies provide essential information for professional practice.
Throughout the course, critiques, documented tutorials and end of year shows are used to assess progress. Graduates are employed worldwide in a diversity of illustration and design related careers. Most go freelance working for magazines and newspapers, publishing, including children's books, advertising and design groups. Others pursue careers in animation and moving image, work for games companies or in multi-media. Many former students have established their very own successful companies and freelance practices.