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Apply for Undergraduate Entry in Autumn 2011

We will consider each application on its individual merits.

Full-Time Students

You make your application through the University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

For all full-time higher education courses at universities and colleges in the UK , students must apply online at www.ucas.com.

There are full instructions on the UCAS website to make it as easy as possible for you to fill in your online application, plus help text where appropriate. UCAS also has a comprehensive guide called Applying Online, which can be downloaded from the UCAS website.

There are three types of applicant:

1. Students at a School or College Registered with UCAS

All UK schools and colleges (and a small number of establishments overseas) are registered with UCAS to manage their students' applications.

Advice is available from your teacher or a careers adviser at your school or college. You fill in an online application and submit it to a member of staff. After checking your details, and having added the academic reference, your school or college submits the completed application online to UCAS. You pay online using a credit card or debit card. You may also be able to pay through your school or college.

2. Independent Applicants in the UK

Other UK applicants, who are not at school or college, apply online independently. It is likely that you are a mature applicant, who, unlike school and college students, cannot readily seek advice from your teacher, but can instead consult with various careers organisations (such as Connexions). You are responsible for paying the correct application fee, for obtaining and attaching the academic reference and for submitting the completed application online to UCAS.

3. International Applicants Outside the UK (EU and Worldwide)

Unless you are progressing from our Foundation Studies (applicable for 2011 entry only) you will need to apply through UCAS, particularly if you wish to apply for other Universities as well. We suggest you start any additional application procedures in your home country as soon as possible.

Except for those whose school or college is registered with UCAS, individuals from the EU (excluding the UK) and worldwide, apply online independently. Advice is available from British Council offices and other centres overseas, such as your school or college. You are responsible for paying the correct application fee, for obtaining and attaching the academic reference and for submitting the completed application online to UCAS.

For Art and Design courses, we advise you to apply early to UCAS. We will want to see copies of certificates and diplomas well in advance. If you cannot attend for interview, you should send us examples of your work (drawings, slides and photographs) by the end of March of your proposed year of entry.

Please ensure that your application is fully completed, with your actual qualifications clearly listed. More information on this can be found on our 'Prospective Students' website. Please see the 'Overseas applicants' on our 'Admissions A-Z: Undergraduate' page.

If you have any queries about studying at Bath Spa University, please contact: enquiries@bathspa.ac.uk.

Foundation Degrees

Applications to full-time Foundation Degrees are made through UCAS in the same way as honours degree programmes.

Art and Design Courses

Prior to 2010 applications to art and design courses were made through two routes, Route A (simultaneous) and Route B (sequential). The decision has been confirmed by UCAS that Route B will be discontinued for the 2010 admissions cycle. From 2010 onwards, only Route A will be available for applicants for Art and Design courses. This means that applications will be received by institutions simultaneously and processed accordingly (see below).

The closing date for Art and Design applicants, along with specific guidance, will be published on our website well in advance of the opening of the 2011 admissions cycle in September 2010. We would be happy to answer any queries you may have after you have read this guidance information.

Part-Time Applicants

Applications for part-time study are made direct to Bath Spa University. This is the case for all types of course - degree, diploma of higher education, and foundation degree. Please contact our Admissions Service for further information and an application form.

Completing Your Application

Bath Spa University's institution code is BASPA B20. You will also find full information on codes and how to complete the application form on the UCAS website and in the Directory, along with details of the registration fee which must accompany your UCAS application form.

You may apply to up to five institutions / courses (although you are not obliged to use all five choices). The choices are listed in the order in which they appear in the Directory, rather than in order of preference, so all applications will be treated equally.

When to Apply

For all courses except art and design courses your completed form should reach UCAS between 1 September and 15 January – between nine and twelve months prior to entry. You can still apply through UCAS after that date, but you will only be considered for courses that still have vacancies.

For art and design courses the start date for applications is also 1 September, but the closing date MAY be later (following the decision to discontinue route B). Details will appear here if there are any changes.

Considering Your Application

More information on auditions and interviews can be found on our 'Prospective Students' pages: Interviews and Auditions - Undergraduate Courses

• Art and Design subjects including Fashion and Textiles: If you are short-listed you will normally be invited for interview.
• Performing Arts Candidates: If you are shortlisted you will be invited to the Newton Park campus to take part in a workshop conducted by course tutors in Acting. This workshop will provide you with an opportunity to meet BA (Hons) Performing Arts staff and see the way we work, and provide us with an opportunity to find out a little more about you. At the close of the workshop you will show us a prepared acting piece;
• Dance Candidates: Eligible candidates will be invited to audition or interview;
• Music Candidates: You will normally be invited for a combined visit and interview during which you will be asked to demonstrate your musical ability. If you are applying for Music as part of a Combined award you will probably not be called for interview unless you lack the normal qualifications. Music applicants for Creative Arts are judged by the Course Director and may be interviewed;
• Creative Music Technology Candidates: If you are short-listed you will be asked to submit an audio portfolio, which should demonstrate both technical skills and creative ability. You may then be called for interview;
• Commercial Music Candidates: Procedures are the same as for Creative Music Technology. If you are invited for a combined visit and interview you will be asked to demonstrate your musical ability;
• Other Candidates: If you are applying for courses other than the above you will probably not be asked to attend an interview unless your application contains particular aspects that we need to explore further. If you are offered a place you will be invited to attend an organised Campus Visit Day. These are specifically for candidates who are holding offers from us (parents and supporters are very welcome to attend too), and enable you to make an informed decision about whether or not to accept the offer.

Foundation Degrees at Partner Colleges/Institutions

More information on auditions and interviews can be found on our 'Prospective Students' pages: Interviews and Auditions - Undergraduate Courses

• Candidates for Popular Music; Music Production; Musical Theatre will be auditioned at the relevant college;
• Candidates for Contemporary Circus and Physical Performance will be auditioned by Circomedia;
• Candidates for Professional Musicianship will be auditioned by BIMM;
• Candidates for Early Years and Teaching Assistants will be interviewed by the relevant college;
• Candidates for Counselling will be interviewed at Weston College.

Taking a Gap Year

We are very happy to consider applications from students who plan to take a year out. If the year is used constructively, it can be a very positive experience. If you want to apply for deferred entry, you should apply in the normal way, but indicate that you are applying for 2012, not 2011. If you decide to take a year off after you have submitted your application, just contact us to let us know your change of plans.

Offer Letters

Our decision on your application will be communicated to you via UCAS only as it is not our policy to send offer letters. Please therefore make sure that you check UCAS Track on a regular basis. more information

Further Information

At any stage of your application / enrolment, we may ask you for further information. Please note that failure to provide it can result in our refusal to consider your application, the loss of home fee status and a demand for payment of any outstanding fees.

Applications in UCAS Directory Order

(a) Institution Code Name:	(b) Institution Code:	(c) Course Code:	(d) Campus Code:	(e) Short Form of Course Title:
BASPA	B20	W500		BA/DA
BASPA	B20	WX53		COM/DAAED