How to Apply
To apply for our Higher Education courses, you will need to apply electronically using the web-based online application system at www.ucas.com
The advantages of UCAS Applications are that:
- It is easy to use and can be accessed anywhere there is an internet connection
- Support and advice is available from www.ucas.com
- It can be used by students in schools and colleges and those applying independently.
- Common mistakes can be prevented or corrected immediately
- Online applications are processed within 24 hours, compared with up to three weeks for paper application forms.
If you are at school or college, staff there will be able to help you with the online application process.
Phone: +44 (0)870 1122211
Email: enquiries@ucas.ac.uk
When you apply, you will need the UCAS code for your chosen course (See the course listing in the prospectus or information sheet). You will also need Newcastle College's institution name and code. The institution name is NCAST. The institution code is N23.
Please Note: The deadline for UCAS applications is 15th January 2011.
Not sure which course to study?
If you're not sure which course or subject to choose and would like more general advice, you can speak to one of our student advisers. They can discuss your options with you and help you to determine the most appropriate course for you. Telephone 0191 200 4000 or e-mail us at enquiries@ncl-coll.ac.uk
Mature students and alternative qualifications
As part of our commitment to widening participation we welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and above) and students with alternative qualifications. Prospective students should not be discouraged if they do not meet the precise requirements described. Students are considered on an individual basis, taking account of alternative qualifications or other relevant experience, and are normally interviewed.
Entry Requirements
We believe in lifelong learning and are committed to encouraging and expanding widening participation opportunities.
We will give equal applications from students with a wide range of qualifications and from a diverse range of backgrounds. Our entry requirements outlined here are a useful guide to what may be required for your chosen course. However, if you are unsure if your qualification or work experience is acceptable for entry, please call our friendly advisers on 0191 200 4000 who will happily discuss your options with you.
Level 3 qualifications
Level 3 qualifications acceptable for entry onto full-time programmes include:
- GCE A Level (A2)
- AVCE Single Award
- AVCE Double Award
- Edexcel BTEC Nationals, including Awards, Certificates and Diplomas
- Scottish Advanced Highers
- Scottish Highers
- Irish Leaving Certificate (Highers)
- Higher Education Foundation Course (HEFC)
- Access Courses approved by the national recognition scheme
- NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Qualifications
- Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design)
- Welsh Baccalaureate
- European or International Baccalaureate
Overseas qualifications
Any applicant with an overseas qualification who is unsure whether is is acceptable for entry onto the programme should contact our International Office on +44 (0) 191 226 6292 or +44 (0) 191 226 6289 or email international@ncl-coll.ac.uk.
Typical conditional offers
- BMus Bachelor of Music: A minimum of 160 UCAS Tariff Points, including a minimum of 80 UCAS Points in A2 Music.
- Honours Degrees (One Year Completion Award): Pass profile or higher in second year of Foundation Degree, Level 5 qualification or Higher National Diploma.
- Foundation Degree: A minimum of 100 - 120 UCAS Tariff Points.
- Certificate of Higher Education: a minimum of 80 UCAS Tariff points.
For more detailed information about entry requirements, see the individual course sheets on this website.
GCSE grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics is required for some programmes. We would strongly recommend applicants without grade C in these subjects to consider GCSE re-sits.
Entry age
Applicants will normally have reached the age of 18 by 1st September 2011
Your past and present can count toward your future
Our Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning [AP(E)L] process enables you to gain credit towards your course for prior qualifications and/or learning.
Decisions about the type and amount of credit may be based on certificates you have gained, which demonstrate that learning has been assessed. Or we may take into account learning from experience that is considered worthy of credit. In all cases, credit is awarded for learning that can be demonstrated, not for the experience itself. The resulting credit is of equal standing to that awarded to students following a more traditional route to an award, for example, through taught modules.
Our courses are designed so that you may be able to use learning you do in your work or voluntary environment to count towards your qualification.
We can provide support for you by:
- Providing advice and support materials
- Flexibility for you – you may be able to do this at home in your own time
If you are interested in our AP(E)L process, and would like further information, please contact 0191200 4000 for details.