If you are interested in any of the support available below, or have any questions, please email us at progression@leeds-art.ac.uk or call us on 0113 202 8262.
Disabled students
A personal tour of Leeds Arts University
This is an opportunity for a potential student who is considering the possibility of proceeding into studying art and design, to be accompanied by either a SENCo, teaching staff, parent/carer or support worker to visit us for a bespoke tour (around 30 minutes) to view the studios and resources of Leeds Arts University campus with a member of the Progression Team staff. It is also an informal opportunity to talk about your interests, plans and have any questions answered.
Please contact us at Progression to book a visit.
Organising a group visit
If as a teacher or support worker for disabled young people or adults you would like to bring a small group to experience a creative workshop at Leeds Arts University please contact us to discuss in detail what we can provide.
Financial support for undergraduate courses
Please visit our Undergraduate Fees and Finance page for more information.
The After School Art Club
Year 10 to 13 disabled students can apply to join the eight-week After School Art Club which runs in each term. When applying please indicate any access requirements.
You may also find helpful information on our Support for Disabled Students page.
Looked After Young People
At Leeds Arts University and as part of our commitment to our Access and Participation Plan we seek ways of supporting young people who are in care. If you are a Designated Teacher, Virtual School staff, Social worker or a Foster Carer please contact us about ways we can support your looked after young person into higher education.
Here are a few ways we can offer support:
A personal tour of Leeds Arts University
This is an opportunity for a looked-after young person who is considering the possibility of proceeding into studying art and design, accompanied by either a Foster Carer, Designated Teacher or Social Worker.
Come and have a bespoke tour (around 30 minutes) around the Leeds Arts University campus with a member of the Progression Team staff and have an informal opportunity to talk about their interests, plans and have any questions answered.
Meetings with Foster Carers and LAYP Support Groups
We will be happy to host a Foster Carers or Support Group meeting on campus and to offer a short presentation on Progression activities on offer to raise aspiration of progression into higher education and into the creative arts.
A day out
Suitable for a holiday time activity for a group of looked after young people and their carers/ youth mentors. We will take a visit to a venue or collection; such as the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Leeds Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, supported by staff and student ambassadors and weave creative practice into the day.
Progression advice and guidance
The Progression team will meet with Care Leavers and LAYP Support teams to raise their knowledge of progression routes and opportunities in further and higher education particularly in art and design and progression towards the creative industries.
After School Art Club
Looked after young people and care leavers in School Year 9/11 can apply to join the free After School Art Club so that they gain additional opportunity to experience some of the specialist processes and facilities at the University. This opportunity builds up their creative skills, confidence and portfolio. It provides good preparation towards studying art and design beyond GCSE. These are currently offered online over 6 weeks per term.
Care Leavers
Leeds Arts University provides a raft of support throughout the application and transition into Further and Higher Education.
Here are a few ways we can offer support:
Nominated care leaver support
We have a dedicated care leaver contact, Elizabeth Crickmore, who can answer your questions regarding our courses and can discuss the support we can offer to care leavers who are considering coming to Leeds Arts University to study.
Please contact Elizabeth at elizabeth.crickmore@leeds-art.ac.uk or 0113 202 8253.
A personal tour of Leeds Arts University
This is an opportunity for a Care leaver who is considering the possibility of proceeding into studying art and design to have a tour accompanied by either a Foster Carer, Designated Teacher, Mentor or Social Worker. Come and have a bespoke tour (around 30 minutes) around the Leeds Arts University campus with a member of the Progression Team staff and have an informal opportunity to talk about their interests, plans for their future pathway into Further or Higher education and have any questions answered.
Developing your portfolio through the After School Art Club
Care leavers in school or University up to Year 13 can apply to join the free After School Art Club so that they gain additional opportunity to experience some of the specialist processes and facilities at the University. This opportunity builds up their creative skills, confidence and portfolio. It is provides good preparation towards studying art and design beyond GCSE. The Art Club provides support in application, personal statement and portfolio development to those participants who are considering putting in an application to go onto Further Education and Higher Education. These are currently offered as online activities.
Indicating that you are a care leaver on the UCAS application form
Students applying to UCAS are asked if they are a care leaver or a looked after young person. We encourage care leavers to tick this box. This is important because there may be extra financial support available for Care Leavers, additional support from the nominated Care Leaver contact Elizabeth Crickmore and year round accommodation arrangements can be requested. Those applicants, who have ticked this box on the UCAS form, will be contacted by Elizabeth to find out if there is any additional support needed before the start of term.
In order for us to confirm that you meet the definition of a care leaver please could you send us documentary evidence in the form of a letter from your social worker or head teacher and email it to admissions@leeds-art.ac.uk.
Financial support for undergraduate courses
Please visit our Undergraduate Fees and Finance page for more information.
Student Advice and Wellbeing
Leeds Arts University offer one to one support with issues regarding academic work, financial matters, housing, emotional issues, health and wellbeing.
Accommodation
We have rooms available in modern, purpose-built properties which are located within the student area of Leeds. The accommodation is surrounded by excellent local amenities and is a 20 minute walk from the University. Accommodation is provided for 365 days where required.