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120 UCAS tariff points  

• e.g. A-levels: ABB, BTEC: DDM, IB: 33 and Portfolio 

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a  for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

We are interested in creative people who demonstrate a strong commitment to art and/or design and, therefore, we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. 

We arrange interviews for all applicants to assess suitability for the chosen course. Your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered, as well as your portfolio of work. 

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GCSE grade A*-C (grade 9-4 in England) in English and Mathematics is also required. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Alternative entry routes text  

If this course interests you, but you don’t have the entry requirements to join our bachelor’s degree you could consider:  

• Certificate in Higher Education (CertHE). 

This is a one-year course offering a comprehensive introduction to art and design, establishing a strong basis for your creative future. During the course, you will engage with a broad range of artistic disciplines and design areas, helping you to discover your passions and refine your skills. 

 Admissions Advice and Support  

We may make you a lower offer based on a range of factors, such as your background, experiences and individual circumstances. This is known as ‘Contextual Admissions’. For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

English language requirements  

If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

Visa and funding requirements  

If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;

For full information read our visa application and guides. â¶Ä¯â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

The Set Design and Production degree actively considers applicants from differing entry pathways - BTEC National Diploma, Foundation Art & Design, ‘A’ Levels, International Baccalaureate and from the workplace. Candidates are required to demonstrate an high level of potential, a sample of related design work and some exposure to practical experience.

Step One:

All applications, personal statements and references are read by the academic team and every candidate is invited to a thirty-minute interview. This interview can be either online via Zoom - we ask that a portfolio of work is sent in advance - or an in-person interview accompanied by a physical or digital portfolio.

Step Two:

The interviews are designed to be conversations about the candidate’s work and ambitions within the industry. They are not opportunities to stress test responses or ask questions that only we know the answer to. We think of these occasions as first tutorials - designed to put people at their ease so they feel comfortable and confident talking about their achievements and future plans.

We rarely tell people on the day if they have a place as we prefer to meet as an academic team, to discuss the candidates we’ve seen. Most interview slots fall on a Wednesday and candidates are informed on Friday afternoons by an email from the Programme Manager.

On occasion we offer an unconditional place, if our entry qualifications have already been met or the candidate is a mature student. In general, we offer conditional places so that candidates act professionally and complete their current qualifications. We are selective, with a planned number of places each year. It’s important for our successful candidates to understand that we believe in their potential to flourish as designers, not just that they represent income.

Projects/Performances/Events
Students regularly have opportunities to take part in performances and events, this assists their professional growth and application of skills and knowledge.

Regular tutorials
We hold formal and informal tutorials throughout the degree. Each student can discuss their work with the module tutor or Programme Directors during tutorials. We look at practical development, conceptual growth and future ambitions.

Presentations
Presentations normally take place at the end of a module, exhibition or performance, in order to measure a student’s performance against established assessment criteria.

Process workbooks
At levels four and five, students will document their process and practical output in a workbook that demonstrates their learning and individual pathway preferences. At level 6, students write about their work in written tasks.

During this course, students may be required to explore texts containing themes and issues that may be perceived as intellectually, socially and emotionally challenging.

You will not be expected to pay for materials or studio fees.

Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. â¶Ä¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

Embrace the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at universities in the US or Canada. We have exchange links with the following institutions:  

• California State University, Fullerton
• California State University, Long Beach
• Douglas College, Vancouver
• University of North Carolina, Greensboro

Our graduates have gone on to a variety of careers and further study, including:

• Arts management
• Costume maker
• Education
• Events management
• Postgraduate study/research
• Scenic artist
• Set construction
• Stage management
• Technicians
• Theatre designer
• Wardrobe supervisor

Who have our students & graduates worked for?

• Aztec Events
• Bay Studios
• BBC
• Bush Theatre
• Leviathan Workshop
• Marigold Costume
• National Theatre Wales
• National Theatre, London
• Netflix
• Regents Park Theatre
• RWCMD
• S4C
• Scamp Theatre
• Theatr Na N’Og
• Theatre by the Lake
• Torch Theatre
• Wales Millennium Centre
• Welsh National Opera

Plus many more…