Do I need a Foundation Diploma (or equivalent) in order to apply for an undergraduate Art & Design programme?
A. This varies from programme to programme. Applicants to BA(Hons) Fine Art will need to have studied Art & Design to Foundation level or equivalent, or have significant experience of exhibiting their art work. Though our literature indicates that those with lower qualifications may apply for many of our Art & Design programmes, you should be aware that the vast majority of our applicants have completed a Foundation or equivalent, or are studying for one at the time of application. This provides steep competition for those without a similar qualification. The Foundation year, or concentrated study in Art & Design at that level, gives applicants the opportunity to develop their work substantially, and consider their direction within the field of Art & Design. It tends to equip them with a more accomplished portfolio than those who have not pursued study of Art & Design at post-16 level. For these reasons, some of our programmes are unlikely to be able to offer places to those who have s
