
Postgraduate Degree in Illustration
Illustration is one of the most powerful tools for visual creativity. Through innovative techniques and different formats, you will develop a unique style with which to capture ideas and make them reality.
Description of the curriculum
- Edition: 16th
- Teaching period: from October 2025 to 2026. Final master's project presentation: June 2026
- Schedule: Monday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Modality: on-site
- Language: Spanish
- Price: 4.900 €
- Qualification: Postgraduate Degree in Illustration awarded by the Uvic-UCC
- Credits: 30 ECTS
Presentation
Illustration is a unique form of expression that brings together technique, creativity, and a singular artistic perspective. The aim of the BAU postgraduate degree in Illustration is to train versatile, independent professionals who can develop creative projects in diverse contemporary contexts.
The focus of the program is on exploring and practising techniques, resources, and media to develop a personal style that is applicable to editorial, artistic, and graphical projects. With its practical focus, the program fosters a critical analysis of illustration and its relevance in social and artistic contexts.
The postgraduate degree culminates in a dissertation that incorporates and captures the creative and personal vision of each student.
Syllabus
Module 1 - Capsule collection: Textile application
Through a practical exercise, students design a product that explores the interrelationship between design and illustration. The module analyses the application of illustration in textiles and works on the conceptualisation of a collection, the creation of applicable illustrations, and the production of photographs and mock-ups of clothing and accessories. Special importance is given to the symbiosis between illustration and fashion, highlighting its impact on visual communication.
- Applications of illustration in textiles and products
- Application techniques and the technical specifications of production
- The design of a capsule collection
- The relationship between design and concept for the transmission of messages
Module 2 – Illustration in fashion: Publishing houses
Illustration in fashion focuses on the creation of images for publishing houses and commercial orders and covers accessories, cosmetics, and perfumery. The module explores current approaches and clothing design, facilitating the development of projects for specialist publications and collaborations. The module offers a practical vision of illustration in various editorial and commercial contexts.
- The creation of images for publishing houses and fashion orders
- The visual interpretation of collections and complementary products
- The whole creative process: order, development, and delivery
- The analysis of the professional practice of a fashion illustrator
Module 3 – Serial reproduction techniques
In this module we explore serial reproduction techniques in illustration, with a focus on risography. Through a practical exercise, students develop a series of interconnected illustrations that combine technical mastery and strategic design. The module aims to encourage a critical understanding of how these techniques influence the perception and impact of creations in the world of illustration.
- Serial printing methods
- Conceptual strategy for a visual corpus
- Technical preparation in the printing process
- Technical aspects of the presentation and exhibition of the product
Module 4 - Desktop publishing and independent publications
The study of various independent publications and fanzines allows students to investigate the creation and development of a collective narrative in the context of desktop publishing. Using points of reference from fanzines and alternative publications, a free format publication is formalised and unveiled at a desktop publishing and comics festival. The module develops critical thought in relation to the opportunities brought by the format, graphical narratives, and the cultural impact of desktop publishing.
- Points of reference from fanzines and desktop publishing
- The selection of themes and collective development and production
- The design and production of a publication
- Strategies for the presentation and exhibition of the publication
Module 5 – Visual narrative
Once a personal event or situation has been recorded, participant study how to create a visual narrative. The aim is to develop a piece that captures the essence of that experience, exploring how to tell a story without text through visual elements. The practical exercise consists of selecting and refining initial sketches to develop a piece that experiments with different formats and materials, creating a narrative that is rich in self-referential elements.
- Natural drawing and sketching techniques
- The development of a visual narrative, with or without text
- Representation of the figure and bodily expression
- Experimentation with formats and techniques
Module 6 - Concept art and digital art
Concept art is presented as an essential tool in the visual design of creative projects. Initial ideas for characters, settings, and objects are explored through digital illustration, analysing the techniques, formats, and the production of archives adapted to the standards of the industry. The experience culminates in the creation of a character model sheet, including crucial elements such as turnarounds and lineups.
- Concept art in the visual design of creative projects
- The analysis of applications and media in digital illustration
- Principles for the design of protagonists, scenarios, and objects
- The creation of a model sheet: turnarounds and lineups
- The preparation of final archives for their inclusion in visual projects
Module 7 – Advertising illustration and commercial collaborations
The analysis of real-life cases investigates strategies that allow illustrators to position themselves in the advertising market. Successful collaborations with brands that shares their values and visual identity are explored. The practical exercise focuses in the development of proposals for an illustration campaign applied to a product or brand, emphasising the creation of a personal style and their relationship with clients.
- Self-promotion and personal marketing strategies
- Workflows in collaboration with brands
- Project management and communication with agencies
- Budgets, rates, and legal aspects in commercial illustration projects
Module 8 – Postgraduate Final Project
The Final Project is conceived as an opportunity for students to apply the knowledge acquired over the course of the program in an integrated manner. In this module, we design a proposal for self-promotion that covers areas ranging from the formulation of objectives to the management of the project.
We will explore how to obtain the necessary resources and select the elements that best represent our ideas, as well as the most effective channels for dissemination and promotion. The process culminates in the presentation of the dissertation to a panel of experts.
Projects

Ilustración en prensa e ilustración en packaging
by Joana Dziezaski
KE RO me, Red Lips for Valentine's and Marcos and Irene
by Julia BrenesTeachers
Coordinator
Sito Mújica
A qualified Graphic Designer and visual artist
Coordinator of Graduate Illustration Digital and New Media
Emily Eldridge
Illustrator and muralist
Javier Fernández
Graphic designer, artist, curator
Javi Navarro
Illustrator and Designer. 'El dios de los tres'.
Xavi Ramiro
Illustrator
Sandra Suy
Illustrator
Guest lecturers
In previous editions the Postgraduate has included the participation of:
- Alba Iniesta. Multimedia specialist. UI/UX design.
- Javier Jaén. Expert in visual communication. Press and editorial illustration.
- Alexis Rom. Creator of graphic reproduction techniques. Manual printing.
Collaborating companies
In previous editions the postgraduate degree has collaborated with:
Career opportunities
- Editorial illustration
- Advertising illustration and illustration for brands
- Illustration in fashion
- Illustration applied to products
- Concept Art
- Art direction in visual projects
Admission and enrolment
Pre-enrolment and Admission
To apply for a master’s or postgraduate program at BAU, you must request your admission through the pre-enrolment process. Each application is evaluated by the program’s academic coordination team to balance the group composition and provide high-quality training.
BAU's master's and postgraduate programs have limited spots. The pre-enrolment process is carried out through admission rounds and remains open until all available spots are completed. Therefore, we recommend applying early to ensure your place in the program.
For detailed information on the required documents, the admission rounds and the steps to follow, please check the enrolment process for a master’s or postgraduate program.
Enrolment
Once the admission is confirmed, you will receive an email with the result and the instructions to complete your enrolment and confirm your place.
Two payment options are offered:
- Single payment (2% discount).
- Payment in 3 installments, with no additional charges.
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BAU students and alumni who have completed at least 50% of the credits for the Bachelor's Degree, Higher Degree in Design, or Graphic Design Diploma, or 100% of the credits for a Master’s or Postgraduate program, will receive a 10% discount.
Academic regulations for Masters and Postgraduate Degrees of BAU.
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