Part-time undergraduate applications

Sheri Palmer, BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design

Our undergraduate degree courses prepare you for a rewarding career in the creative and cultural industries.

How to apply

All applications should be made direct to UCA, using the University's online application form. Each part-time course has it's own specific application form and you can find links to these on the apply now page.

When to apply

We accept applications throughout the year. There is no set deadline, though we encourage you to apply by 31 March in your year of entry to allow enough time to allocate you accommodation if required.

What happens next

When we receive your application we send you an email which includes your login details for the applicant portal. This is where you are able to monitor the progress of your application at the University.

You can expect to receive timely updates on the applicant portal in respect to your application with admissions decisions being made as quickly as possible.

Entry requirements

All applications to courses are assessed against the course entry requirements and criteria, irrespective of age. For most courses, we require a portfolio of visual work to provide evidence of practical and visual ability appropriate to the course you are applying for. Applicants are considered on a case by case basis and by their ability and readiness for university study.

For course-specific entry requirements, please refer to the relevant course page.

For general portfolio advice, please visit our portfolio advice page.

Your interview

The majority of our course provision require portfolio submission, generally submitted at interview. However, not all courses interview applicants due to the volume of applications received. Sometimes admissions staff decide to offer a place by looking at your application form, or after setting you some extra work, which you send to us. Where interviews are conducted, these are relaxed and informal occasions when you can ask us about the University and your chosen course.

If granted an interview, this will form part of the selection process in addition to your portfolio for deciding whether or not we can offer you a place. Interviews normally take place between December-June and we try to give you at least 10 days notice.