Further Education Entry Requirements

Click here for information on entry requirements for EU students, and visit our Information by Country pages for international students.

Foundation Diploma in Art & Design

You are required to have a minimum of 72 UCAS points, which are typically achieved through:

  • Pass for UAL Extended Diploma
  • MMP for BTEC National Diploma
  • A minimum of two A Levels or three A Levels with minimum grades DDD
  • Pass at T Level

All home applicants must have GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/Grade C or above. International applicants must have a minimum IELTS for UKVI overall score of 5.0, with no individual component below 4.5 (or recognised equivalent).

You will be required to submit a maximum of six examples of your work which show your interest and ability in art, design and/or technology.


Extended Diploma in Creative Practice

This course is only open to applicants between the ages of 16-18 years old.

Our Extended Diploma in Creative Practice minimum requirements are:

  • Four GCSEs with English and Maths at Grade 4/Grade C or above. International applicants must have a minimum IELTS for UKVI overall score of 5.0, with no individual component below 4.5 (or recognised equivalent); or
  • Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Art and Design at merit or above

You will be required to submit a maximum of six examples of you work which show your interest and ability in art, design and/or technology.