How you apply to Leeds College of Art depends on the type of course you’re interested in.
MA Programmes
If you are applying for the following course, you need to apply directly to the College, using our 
MA Student Application Form.pdf
- Masters in Creative Practice
Please follow the instructions on the application form carefully, and be sure to provide all the information requested so we can deal with your application promptly. Please also supply a completed
MA Student Reference.pdf form with your application.
If you need help with the forms please refer to our
Notes to Assist (PG).pdf
Before returning it to us, check that you have:
• Stated which course you’re applying for
• Filled in all the details about yourself and your qualifications and/or experience
• Attached a passport-sized photograph of yourself
• Obtained a reference, if appropriate.
For further information about the course please contact Programme Leader, Dr. Jill Fernie-Clarke by email at jill.fernie-clarke@leeds-art.ac.uk or masters@leeds-art.ac.uk
Higher Education courses
If you are interested in a BA (Hons) degree programme you need to apply through UCAS.
For further information and guidance about the UCAS online application process, visit www.ucas.com or telephone 08714 680 468 (or 0044 8714 680 468 if you are outside the UK).
Applications should reach UCAS by 15 January.
We use interviews (where we look at your portfolio) to determine your suitability for a course. Application rates for some courses are very high, so you may be required to submit a task which will be used to determine whether you will be invited for interview.
We offer a portfolio preparation course for year 11-13 Secondary School students. Find out more here
Our BA (Hons) programmes are validated by the Open University.
Click here to see our
Undergraduate Admissions policy 2012.pdf148k
Further Education courses
If you are applying for the following courses, you need to apply directly to the College, using our
FE_Student_Application_form.pdf1002k.
- Level 2 Diploma in Visual Arts
- Access to Art & Design (Daytime & Evening)
- Extended Diploma in Art & Design
- Foundation Diploma in Art & Design
Please follow the instructions on the application form carefully, and be sure to provide all the information requested so we can deal with your application promptly. Please also supply a completed
FE_Student_Reference.pdf713k form with your application.
If you need help with the forms please refer to our
Notes_to_Assist.pdf155k form.
Before returning it to us, check that you have:
• Stated which course you’re applying for
• Filled in all the details about yourself and your qualifications and/or experience
• Attached a passport-sized photograph of yourself
• Obtained a school reference, if appropriate.
Alternatively, students who live in Leeds and wish to apply for the Foundation Diploma or the Extended Diploma can do so online from the Leeds Pathways website. Your school or college will be able to give you a username and password.
Visit www.leedspathways.org.uk
Short Courses
If you are applying for any of the following courses:
- Creative Short Courses
- Professional Courses
- Saturday Art School
Please contact Sharon.bainbridge@leeds-art.ac.uk or our Online Store here
If you would like any help or advice on how to apply, please contact our Student Advice Team. They’re very friendly and approachable, and will do their best to help.
