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How to apply

Guide to the application process for different types of courses

There are two routes for applying to study at the University of Bedfordshire; direct, using the University's own application form, or via UCAS.

The information included on  individual course descriptions and the guidelines in this section will help you establish which is the right application route for the course you want to study.

International & EU students

More information on how to apply is available in

International students
and
EU students

See also standard entry requirements for UK students

Full-time courses - Apply via UCAS

The normal application route for most full-time undergraduate and foundation courses is via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). 

We expect to receive UCAS applications between the 1st September and the 15th January for courses starting in the following academic year but may be able to consider applications received after this date should places be available. Please contact Admissions for further details.

All UK schools and colleges are registered with UCAS to manage their students' applications. Advice on how to submit your UCAS application is available from your school or college.

If you are not at school or college you should apply independently via UCAS.
Mature students should apply via UCAS.

All applications via UCAS must now be made online. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the UCAS Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)870 1122211.

W: ucas.com/apply
T: +44 (0)870 1122211 (UCAS Customer Relations Team)
The UCAS institution code name is BED (formerly LUTON)
The UCAS institution code is B22 (formerly L93)
The Learning Provider Registration Number is 8229
The TOEFL institution code number is 0500

UCAS Campus codes
  • D Luton campus
  • H Bedford campus

UCAS campus codes for partner and associate colleges

Please refer to the UCAS website when you apply.

Feedback Procedure

  • Feedback is offered to an applicant who has been unsuccessful in gaining an offer of a place on the course to which they have applied and will cover the reasons why the application was unsuccessful.
  • Applicants can request feedback on their unsuccessful application at anytime within the admissions cycle in which the application was made. Request for feedback must be made in writing, and feedback will only be provided in writing.
  • Once a request for feedback is received the Head of Admissions will write to confirm receipt and a full response will be provided within 15 working days.
  • The Head of Admissions ensure that appropriate feedback is provided with reference to the entry criteria and the overall demand for places.

Appeal against an Admissions Decision

  • Applicants who wish to appeal an admissions decision will need to do so in writing to the Head of Admissions within 15 working days of the decision being confirmed to the applicant.
  • Applicants who are submitting additional information in support of their appeal must outline why this information was not available at the time of initial application.
  • The Head of Admissions will acknowledge receipt of the appeal and will review the case including any additional supporting document and make a recommendation to the Registrar whose decision on whether to grant the appeal will be final.
  • Applicants will normally be notified of the outcome of their appeal in writing within 15 working days of the appeal being received.
  • When making an appeal against an admissions decision it is important to note that an academic decision is final.
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