Fashion Communication BA (Hons)

Entry Requirements

Compulsory Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C or above including English Language and Mathematics.

• GCE and VCE Advanced Level:
  

  320 UCAS Tariff points, to include a minimum of 200 points from two subjects at A2.

• Edexcel/BTEC National:
  

  Distinction, Distinction, Merit.

• Scottish Highers:
  

  BBBBB at Higher level, BBB at Advanced Higher.

• Irish Highers:
  

  AABBB

• Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art & Design):
  

  Distinction. If you have gained UCAS Tariff points from another qualification, for example, GCE/VCE A Level, then the grade you will be asked to achieve will be adjusted.

• Advanced Diploma:
  

  Grade C in the Progression Diploma, plus 120 UCAS Tariff points from GCE/VCE A level or BTEC National Award.

• HEFC Access:
  

  Three Distinctions and three Merits, plus Toolbox

• Other QAA-recognised access programme:
  

  Full Access award. Units should be achieved at Distinction and Merit grade.

• Return to Learning:
  

  We welcome applications from mature students and will consider, on an individual basis, those who do not meet traditional entry criteria but have an appropriate level of relevant experience. We are supportive of the University’s Access to HE course, the HEFC, which provides an excellent basis for preparing adult students for entry into Higher Education.

  
  More details are available from the Return to Learning Service:
  Tel 0191 227 4323
  Email er.rtlservice@northumbria.ac.uk
  Website www.northumbria.ac.uk/rtl

• International/English Language Requirements:
  

  International applicants are required to have one of the following English language qualifications with grades as shown below. 

  • A British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 5.5 
  • Pearson Academic score of 54 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 51 
  • Or a Test of English as a Foreign Language - Internet Based Test) (TOEFL IBT) score of 79 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17 and Speaking 20. 

  The University also accepts many other English language qualifications and if you have any questions about our English Language requirements please contact the International Admissions Office and we will be glad to assist you.

Additional Notes:

Applications will be considered on an individual basis and are particularly welcomed from students with non-standard qualifications, or from a variety of backgrounds.

Selection

Acceptance is by interview. Although academic qualifications are a principle requirement, equally important is the enthusiasm to convince the interview panel of a strong commitment to studying Fashion Communication.

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