How to Apply

<p>If you’re over 18 years old and looking to study a BA (Hons) degree, you can apply to one of our undergraduate courses. We offer a range of highly-specialised degrees in art, design and media, providing students with access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry expertise.</p> <p> Follow our step-by-step guide below to begin making your application.<br /></p> <p><strong>1) Note our UCAS Codes </strong></p> <p>To apply through UCAS you’ll need our institution code P65 and the relevant course code - which is available on each <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate">course page</a></strong>. </p> <p><strong> 2) Login to UCAS Apply</strong><br /></p> <p>You can apply to all of our undergraduate courses through UCAS. <a href="http://www.ucas.com/students">Click here to login</a> and if you need any support you can call our friendly Admissions team on <a href="http://tel/">+44 (0)1752 203400</a>. Remember, the deadline for the majority of courses is 18:00 GMT on the last Wednesday of January.</p> <p>You can view entry requirements for each degree on our <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate">course pages</a> and consult the <a href="https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/what-and-where-study/entry-requirements/ucas-tariff-points" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">UCAS Tariff Table</a>. We recognise the value of a variety of qualifications and relevant experience and welcome applications from students who have followed less traditional routes. </p> <p><strong>2) Submit a portfolio</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If your application meets our entry requirements, we’ll invite you to submit a portfolio of work to be reviewed by one of our academics. We know there's more to applicants than the information noted on a personal statement, so we’re keen to give you an opportunity to share some of you work - and to show your creative potential for real.</p> <p>In some exceptional cases, we may also invite you to an online interview with a course leader - our Admissions team will contact you to arrange this if neccessary. For more information on preparing your portfolio, check out our <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/posts/top-tips-on-building-a-creative-portfolio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">top tips on our website.</a><a href="https://www.plymouthart.ac.uk/blog/top-tips-programme-leaders-give-their-advice-on-preparing-for-interview"></a><br /></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate">Browse our Undergraduate course listings.</a></p>

<p>As an MA student at Arts University Plymouth you will join our Postgraduate Centre, an active, cross-disciplinary community of makers and thinkers. You can apply for the postgraduate course you are interested in studying by clicking on the <strong>'Apply Now' </strong>link situated <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate">top left on each course page</a></strong>. </p> <p>See our full-range of MA programmes on our <strong><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate">course pages</a>.</strong><br /><strong><br />Applying for an MA</strong></p> <p>MA applicants are normally expected to have an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above. However, the strength of your creative practice and other forms of experience will be taken into account at the interview stage and we encourage you to start a conversation with us.</p> <p>As part of the application, you will be asked to give the usual application details, to provide some <strong>digital images of your work</strong>, and to submit a <strong>short personal statement </strong>(300 words approximately). This personal statement is a chance to tell us what you want to do on your chosen MA. It might include details of the techniques or themes that you want to investigate, the creative practitioners that inspire you, the reading that fires your imagination, and your longer-term professional goals. <br /></p> <p>If you meet the entrance requirements, we will get back to you within three weeks of receiving your application to invite you for an interview. You will have the opportunity to tell us more about your work at this stage and to ask more questions about your course.<br /></p><h4>Alumni Progression Award</h4> <p>Arts University Plymouth graduates are offered a discount of 15% on Masters programme fees, regardless of when they studied with us previously. The discount applies if you studied on one of our pre-degree, foundation or undergraduate programmes.<br /></p>

<p dir="ltr">Applications to our Extended Diploma are made online. To start your application please click the ‘Apply Now’ button on the top-left of the <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/pre-degree">relevant course page</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">As part of the pre-degree application process we invite international applicants to an online discussion with a course leader, where you can share your work and discuss the course in more detail. You can also tell us about any additional support you may need to study with us, so we can ensure this can be offered to you.</p> <p dir="ltr">Information regarding entry requirements - including qualifications and English Language requirements - can be found on our <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/international/your-country" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Your Country</a> pages, or by emailing <strong><a href="mailto:international@aup.ac.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">international@aup.ac.uk</a></strong></p><h4 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/pre-degree"><u>Extended Diplomas</u></a></h4> <p dir="ltr">Extended Diplomas are a two-year Level 3 qualification, equivalent to 3 A-Levels. For international students, this may be suitable for applicants who may not have completed formal education in their home country or are recent school leavers.</p><h4 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-diploma-in-art-and-design-post-a-level"><u>Foundation Diploma</u></a></h4> <p dir="ltr">Our Foundation Diploma course is a 1 year intensive programme, ideally suited to applicants who wish to complete further studies before applying for an Undergraduate degree. We often receive applications from international students who have completed study in their home country but wish to enhance their knowledge and skills before applying for degree-level studies.</p> <p dir="ltr">All offers are subject to interview and a portfolio or showreel of creative work that reflects your commitment, enthusiasm and passion for art, design and media.</p> <p dir="ltr">We also welcome applications from students who may not have the required application profile but have alternative experience and knowledge.<br /></p>