Arts University Bournemouth

Entry onto Foundation (Level 3): 

All applicants regardless of the entry route, academic or non‑academic, all applicants are required to attend the PFF and must successfully complete it in order to receive the final offer.

Academic Route

Applicants are expected to have achieved either a minimum two A Levels at grade DD/Equivalent;

or BTEC   

or T Level Pass;

or A combination of qualifications totalling 48 UCAS points minimum.

or Access to HE Diploma

Non Academic Route

You will be required to attend and pass a compulsory Prepare For Foundation assessment day where you will take part in a variety of activities which will assess your suitability for the course. 

Applicants must be able to demonstrate, through activities, and written description of their previous experience and study/career goals, or other admissions processes such as interview for the course. 

The applicant should demonstrate a genuine commitment and motivation for higher education study in this subject. 

For Students applying without academic qualifications, applicants must have studied or demonstrate appropriate experiences a minimum of two years post GCSE level. 

Mature Students

It is expected that some applicants will be mature students with work experience, who wish to further their career development. These applicants will be processed through the Awarding University’s standard admission procedures, which may involve an interview as part of the process, or request of other documents such as detailed above. 

The Prepare for Foundation (PFF) and Prepare for Degree (PFD) Day is a comprehensive assessment designed to evaluate an applicant’s suitability and potential to succeed in a ‘With Foundation Year’ degree programme. It provides an opportunity for applicants to demonstrate their skills, motivation, and readiness for higher education beyond academic qualifications alone.

PFF/PFD Day Itinerary

Applicants are expected to arrive at campus between 9:00 am and 9:30 am. Complimentary tea and coffee will be available upon

arrival.

• Check Ins – (9:30am-10am): Pre-Activity Task, ID Check

• Sessions 1 – (10am – 11am): Introduction & Identifying barriers

• Welcome and introductions and Ice-breaker activity
• Group Activity with a group feedback/ break

• Session 2 – (11am -12pm): Support & Tour

• Overview of UKMC facilities and support for students
• Campus Tour with Q/A feedback/ break

• Lunch Break - (12pm – 12:30pm)

• Session 3 - (12:30pm – 2 pm): Research & Communication

• Pre-task Activity Reflect/Discussion
• Group Activity

• Sessions 4 - (2 pm – 4 pm): Final Reflection

End of the PFF DAY

Please be aware that following values will be monitored throughout the whole session of your PFF Day:

• Punctuality
• Communication skills
• Knowledge regarding your course
• Engagement and Participation to the activities