You will be passionate about photography. You may be studying
currently at Level 3. You may be working and using photographic
techniques or simply considering it as a whole new avenue for
creative expression. Whatever your background or interest in the
subject you will be required to present a visual photographic portfolio at interview.

You will require 160-200 UCAS tariff points these can be accrued from:

• Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
• BTEC Extended or National Diploma in an art based subject preferably in Photography
• Two A Levels at C grade in an art based subject preferably in Photography
• Advanced Diploma in Creative and Media Min D – A*profile.

In addition you must have at least five grade passes in different
subjects with at least two of them being a Level 3.

On successful completion of this course you will be ready to gain
employment in the Creative industry or seek to study for a top up year to BA Level 6 at an institution of your choice.

Offers will usually be based on UCAS tariff of 160 points from at
least one of the following:

• A Levels or vocational A Levels
• BTEC National Diploma/ Certificate
• Advanced/Extended Diploma
• Access to Higher Education course.

If you do not possess the relevant entry requirements, recent and
relevant experience of working in an appropriate setting may be
taken into account. Applicants will be assessed on an individual
basis.

If you intend to progress to the top-up stage you will also need Maths and English GCSE C or above or equivalent. It is possible to study these qualifications alongside the Foundation Degree. However you would be at an advantage if you obtained these before starting the course.

On successful completion of this course you may have the opportunity to continue for a further year to complete an Honours Degree. If you wish to progress to the Honours Degree, you will require Maths and English at GCSE grade C or above; it is possible to study these alongside this course.

Alternatively, this course will prepare you for a variety of careers in the public and uniformed services including officer training in the armed forces and emergency services.

You will need a UCAS tariff of 200 UCAS points with at least 160 coming from a Level 3 Qualification (for example A Levels or BTEC National / Extended Diploma). Preferably 80 points should come from a related subject.

• You will have the opportunity to apply to progress to the Bath Spa Top-up year of the BA (Hons) Business (Tourism Management) on successful completion of this course
• Apply to complete the Top-up at another university
• Enter employment within the tourism industry.

Applications are welcomed from candidates:

BTEC Extended Diplomas (suite of qualifications known as Nationals on the QCF Framework) in the following sport related areas:

Sport and Exercise Science - MMM Profile
Sports Coaching - MMM Profile
General Sport - MMM Profile
All 18 units must achieve Merit level as a minimum

BTEC Nationals (NQF Framework) in the following sport related areas:

Sport and Exercise Science - MMM Profile
Sports Coaching - MMM Profile
General Sport - MMM Profile
BTEC Diploma (Old National Certificate - QCF Framework)

Sport and Exercise Science - DM Profile
Sports Coaching - DM Profile
General Sport - DM Profile
All 12 units must achieve Merit level as a minimum.

A’ levels
Applicants must be studying a minimum of 2 full A' Levels achieving an overall profile of C, C including a grade C in a sport related subject eg:

Physical Education; Sports Studies; Biology; Human Biology or Psychology

NVQ - L3
Candidates must PASS the qualification and undertake the University's AP(E)L process which will require the submission of a written academic piece of work.

Access to Higher Education Course (Pass of 60 credits with minimum of 45 at L3)
Sport
Physiotherapy
Science specific

Must have Level 2 English and Maths (either included or extra)

Level 3 qualifications in personal training
Candidates taking Personal Training Qualifications can only gain entry through the University's AP(E)L process which will require the submission of a written academic piece of work.

Level 2 Maths and English
All applicants will normally also require passes (at grade C or above) in Maths and English or their level 2 equivalents. Details of level 2 equivalent qualifications can be found here.

Non UK based qualifications
Students applying with non-UK based qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.

Applicants without formal academic qualifications
Students without formal qualifications but who have a minimum of two years' relevant work experience and are able to demonstrate that they have developed the necessary skills to succeed on the course can apply through the University's AP(E)L procedures. Details of the AP(E)L process can be found here.

English Language Requirements
Where English is not the applicant’s first language an IELTS score of 6 or TOEFL score of 580 (paper-based) or 237 (computer-based) or equivalent qualification, will normally be required.

*All students must have Criminal Records Bureau enhanced clearance and absence of offences for this programme.The enhanced CRB check should be completed immediately on acceptance of an offer and this will form part of the condition of entry to the programme. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the enhanced CRB check has been obtained.

*Due to strict CRB requirements there will be no deferred entry to this programme.

On successful completion of this course you may have the opportunity to continue for a further year to complete an Honours Degree. Alternatively, this course will prepare you for a career in sports coaching and the leisure industry.

You will need a UCAS tariff of 200 UCAS points with at least 160 coming from a Level 3 Qualification (for example A Levels or BTEC National / Extended Diploma). Preferably 80 points should come from a related subject.

An interview / audition will be required for entry to this programme.

• You will have the opportunity to apply to progress to the Top-up year of the Honours on successful completion of this course (an audition will also be necessary) at Bath Spa University or a related course at another university
• Seek direct employment in acting, directing, stage and production management or arts administration.

You will need a UCAS tariff of 200 UCAS points with at least 160 coming from a Level 3 Qualification (for example A Levels or BTEC National / Extended Diploma). Preferably 80 points should come from a related subject.

An interview / audition will be required for entry to this programme.

• The opportunity to apply to the top-up year of the BA Honours Degree at The Wessex Academy of Performing Arts in Partnership with Bath Spa University on successful completion of this course.
• Seek direct employment in musical theatre, acting, dance, singing, directing, theatre in education, stage and production management or arts administration etc.

You will need a UCAS tariff of 200 UCAS points with at least 160 coming from a Level 3 Qualification (for example A Levels or BTEC National / Extended Diploma). Preferably 80 points should come from a related subject.

An interview / audition will be required for entry to this programme.

• You will have the opportunity to apply to progress to the top-up year of the Honours degree course at Bath Spa University on successful completion of this course or a related course at another university
• Enter employment in the field of music/sound production, events management, or sound recording for film and TV
• Enter the live-sound industry
• Become a freelance music producer.

Offers will usually be based on UCAS tariff of 120 points. You will be interviewed and you should provide evidence which demonstrates that you can benefit from studying this Foundation
Degree course and are able to achieve the required standard. You will need to have access to an educational/social context for
children/young people or adults who have additional support
requirements through paid or voluntary work.

If you do not possess the relevant entry requirements, previous
experience may be taken into account. You will be assessed on
an individual basis.

If you intend to progress to the Honours top-up stage you will also need Maths and English GCSE at grade C or above or an equivalent qualification. It is possible to study these qualifications alongside the Foundation Degree, but you would  be at an advantage if you obtained these before starting the course.

On successful completion of the Foundation Degree you may have the opportunity to progress to the BA (Hons) Education in
Professional Practice.

Alternatively, this course will prepare you for a variety of careers working with people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

Offers will usually be based on UCAS tariff of 120 points from at
least one of the following:

• A Levels or vocational A Levels
• NVQ Level 3
• BTEC National Diploma
• The Access to Higher Education course, which should include credits at Level 2 Maths, English and Science.

You will also need three GCSEs at grade C or above preferably
to include English Language, Mathematics and a Science.

If you are unable to meet the academic entry requirements you will be assessed on an individual basis using evidence of accreditation and/or experiential learning.

You must be employed with the NHS or PCT and have an identified work-based mentor recognised and agreed as such by
the course team. You will need the support of your employer to do
this course.

Opportunities exist for graduates to continue their studies up to Honours Degree at our partner university. Upon completion of the
degree further opportunities may be identified with service providers to enhance the qualification within a career structure.