Art and Design (Foundation Entry) BA (Hons)
University of Central Lancashire
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Art and Design (Foundation Entry) BA (Hons) and other courses in Art at University of Central Lancashire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Art.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Art courses of University of Central Lancashire
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Design Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Art at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22000 | £19000 | £21500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £26000 | £14000 - £23000 | £16000 - £27500 |
All Design Studies courses of University of Central Lancashire
Salary of all UK Graduates of Design Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21787 | £19432 | £22852 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19689 - £24948 | £14452 - £24087 | £16891 - £29215 |
All Design Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
Course Overview
If you want to take a degree in Art and Design but aren’t sure which route to follow. This Foundation Entry programme is a pathway to many specialist courses.
Why study with us
- You’ll have access to a state-of-the-art gallery space in the Hanover Building with a programme of contemporary art shows with dedicated full-time teaching staff and technicians.
- Guaranteed progression means that there is no need for further applications or interviews.
- You’ll have a base studio with facilities such as wood, metal and plaster workshops, professional garment manufacturing and digital design equipment.
What you’ll do
- You’ll have a base studio with facilities such as wood, metal and plaster workshops. As well as professional garment manufacturing and digital design equipment.
- You’ll have access to our gallery space in the Hanover Building with a programme of contemporary art shows. With dedicated teaching staff and technicians for those studying on Foundation Entry courses.
- You'll have opportunities to study abroad and gain places on sponsored international trips.
Future careers
Our Art and Design Foundation Entry could lead to an exciting career in this creative industry. When you’ve decided which course to progress onto. You could be on your way to becoming a professional photographer, illustrator or graphic designer.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Art and Design (Foundation Entry) BA (Hons) at University of Central Lancashire
| 30% | Customer service occupations |
| 15% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 15% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 2.5
- Others - Further English courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- Graduate Degrees Engineering, some science
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Engineering, some science
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- 7.0
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
Costs
Tuition Fees Art and Design (Foundation Entry) BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note fees for the foundation year will be £9,250, and then £9,250 per year for the remainder of the course.
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
University Rankings
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About University of Central Lancashire
The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a government funded university located in the proud city of Preston, in Lancashire, England. The university’s main campus can be found right in the heart of the city, only a few minutes away from an assortment of shopping centres, entertainments and nightlife for those interested.
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Student composition of University of Central Lancashire
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Central Lancashire by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16990
- postgraduates:
- 4915
- Total:
- 21905
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Fine Art”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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