BA (Hons) Applied Arts

Normally, 200 tariff points including a minimum of 160 from at least two A levels, or equivalent, or successful completion of a Foundation Course in Art and Design.

Pass Access course with at least 45 credits at level 3

Entry is based on academic qualifications, experiences, portfolio and referee comment. Offers are subject to interview.

If you have other qualifications or relevant experience-check out the UCAS tariff tables via the UCAS website.

Full time applicants should apply via UCAS. Part time applicants should apply direct to the University.

Language entry requirements

The University accepts the following minimum English language standards for entry to its degree courses.

You must have at least one of the following standards in English to enter a degree or diploma course:

An IELTS score of 6.0, or a TOEFL score of 550 (or 213 for the computer-based test)

Pearson PTE Academic score of 54

A pass in the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) examination

A pass in the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) examination

GCSE/GCE O Level grade C or equivalent British-based examination

For selected countries, a good pass in English in the final year of secondary school (this being the equivalent of year 13 in England and Wales), or

Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the British Council (as listed in the British Council NARIC Guide) or an equivalent body

For entry to the BA (Hons) English Language and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programmes, you will need a score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, since this is a special award which includes an international qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

For entry on to PhD programmes you will need a score of:

IELTS 7.0 or

TOEFL 650 or

IBT 115

Pearson PTE Academic 68

Year One -explore Applied Arts through creative inductions in ceramics, glass and metal, wood and plastic. Gain an awareness of material using a mix of traditional and technological skills. Research, analyse and develop inquisitive, experimental and creative approaches in the management of ideas. Contextualise thinking through technical, historical and contemporary research and application. Drawing and digital visualisations underpin and explain your practice.

Year Two - develop your individual strengths to a defined outcome, from small scale object to large scale installation. Advance your workshop skills and fine tune practice, developing the professional skills to establish your position within contemporary applied arts. Specialise or follow multi material exploration within your work. Your discipline knowledge will develop the broad based professional skills required for the diverse needs of the creative industries.

Year Three - focus on the creative industries and opportunities that exist to support Applied Artists. Develop a professional portfolio, communicating your practice to others. Study your discipline in depth, looking at its tradition, terminology, structure, operation and potential. Clarify and refine making skills, defining the context and audience for your work. Develop a personal project that culminates in the production of a professional body of work.