University of Brighton

The University of Brighton offers illustration and animation with detailed portfolio requirements. For illustration, Brighton requests 15–20 images including specific categories: observational drawings, technical skill demonstrations, image-making examples, sketchbook pages, and a profile film of up to three minutes. This Foliovo guide covers Brighton's portfolio requirements.

Which University of Brighton portfolio guides does Foliovo cover?

Animation→ Animation guide

BA Animation

Brighton looks for creative process, development, problem-solving, and experimentation. They accept work from A-levels, foundation courses, work experience, and personal projects.

13 criteria
Illustration→ Illustration guide

BA Illustration

Brighton has a detailed checklist: 3 observational drawings, 3 technical experiments, 4 illustration images, 2 material/process images, 2 sketchbook pages, 1 inspiration image, plus an optional 3-minute profile film.

10 criteria
Games Art→ Games Art guide

BA (Hons) Games Art and Design

Brighton requests 10-15 examples. Portfolio as creative story — sequence matters. Labelling required (title, date, material/process, type of project). Single combined link. Moving image via Vimeo recommended. Title page with name and course required.

10 criteria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which University of Brighton courses does Foliovo cover portfolio guidance for?

Foliovo currently covers portfolio requirements for 3 courses at University of Brighton: BA Animation, BA Illustration, BA (Hons) Games Art and Design. University of Brighton offers many other programmes not covered here — more guides are being added.

How do I prepare a portfolio for University of Brighton?

Portfolio requirements vary by course at University of Brighton. Each course linked above has a dedicated Foliovo guide covering the full assessment criteria, what tutors look for, and the most common portfolio mistakes to avoid. You can also upload your portfolio to Foliovo for a free AI review scored against the exact criteria used by the course.

Does University of Brighton require a portfolio for Animation, Illustration and Games Art?

The Animation, Illustration and Games Art courses covered by Foliovo at University of Brighton all require a portfolio as part of the application process. The guides above detail the specific submission format, page count requirements, and assessment criteria for each course. Portfolio requirements do change — always check directly with University of Brighton for the most up-to-date guidance before applying.

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