Postgraduate applications
Postgraduate courses should be applied to via UKPass or by using a Bucks direct application form, which is supported by our guidance notes. If you wish to apply directly please contact the team who will be happy to send you the relevant forms.
Jacqueline Hunt said, “As I came into the University as a mature student there was quite a lot of flexibility with the portfolio element of the application, especially as my previous specialism was not in design. Rather than a design portfolio I brought in evidence of my related industry work. Different people on the course had a wide range of knowledge and experiences, so there was an amount of flexibility in the application process and we were all looked at as individuals. Having people from such a wide range of backgrounds really helped to add to the course.”
Jacqueline Hunt said, “As I came into the University as a mature student there was quite a lot of flexibility with the portfolio element of the application, especially as my previous specialism was not in design. Rather than a design portfolio I brought in evidence of my related industry work. Different people on the course had a wide range of knowledge and experiences, so there was an amount of flexibility in the application process and we were all looked at as individuals. Having people from such a wide range of backgrounds really helped to add to the course.”
Applying via UKPass
UKPass is a free online application service available to all prospective students worldwide. You will be able to find a full list of postgraduate courses on the UKPass website with additional information about the courses and intakes, you will also able to find detailed guidance on how to apply. Your application will be submitted to us electronically and we will notify you of any decisions though UKPass so you will need to login and check your application’s progress.
Applying directly
If you would prefer to apply directly to Bucks please complete a Bucks direct application form (pdf) and follow the guidance notes on how to apply. In order for us to process your application efficiently please attach all supporting documents such as evidence of qualifications (certificate copies), passport (including visa stamp if appropriate) and reference/s.
Bucks direct appplication form (pdf)
Bucks direct application form (word)
Application guidance notes (pdf)
Once you have completed your application form, please return it to us by email to pgadmissions@bucks.ac.uk or post it to:
Admissions and Recruitment
Student Experience Directorate
Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
UKPass is a free online application service available to all prospective students worldwide. You will be able to find a full list of postgraduate courses on the UKPass website with additional information about the courses and intakes, you will also able to find detailed guidance on how to apply. Your application will be submitted to us electronically and we will notify you of any decisions though UKPass so you will need to login and check your application’s progress.
Applying directly
If you would prefer to apply directly to Bucks please complete a Bucks direct application form (pdf) and follow the guidance notes on how to apply. In order for us to process your application efficiently please attach all supporting documents such as evidence of qualifications (certificate copies), passport (including visa stamp if appropriate) and reference/s.
Bucks direct appplication form (pdf)
Bucks direct application form (word)
Application guidance notes (pdf)
Once you have completed your application form, please return it to us by email to pgadmissions@bucks.ac.uk or post it to:
Admissions and Recruitment
Student Experience Directorate
Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP11 2JZ
If you are applying directly for a course within the Faculty of Society & Health, please return your completed application form to ask@bucks.ac.uk or post it to:
If you are applying directly for a course within the Faculty of Society & Health, please return your completed application form to ask@bucks.ac.uk or post it to:
Marketing and Recruitment
Buckinghamshire New University
Uxbridge Campus
106 Oxford Road
Uxbridge
Middlesex
UB8 1NA
Postgraduate application procedure
1. Complete your application form following the guidance above and any supportive notes you have. Once your application is ready, either submit it using UKPass or if applying directly to Bucks send it with all your supportive paperwork via email to pgadmissions@bucks.ac.uk or fax to our admissions office on 01494 605 023.
2. Upon receipt of your application, we will send you a card to acknowledge we have received your information. We may contact you to clarify information, send any further documentation or to inform you of any interviews or other criteria we will need you to meet.
3. Once we have reviewed your application, we will confirm our decision with you. The decision could be one of the following:
- Unconditional; which means you have to meet no additional academic criteria to be accepted on the course. Please make sure to accept our decision on UKPass track or by returning the reply slip to us if you applied directly so your place is confirmed with us.
- Conditional; which means you have to meet additional academic criteria, such as passing a course, or completing a qualification to be accepted on the course. You will need to accept our decision on UKPass track or by returning the reply slip to us if you applied directly so your place is confirmed with us, even if you are still waiting for your conditions are met. If your offer is ‘Conditional’ we would expect you to email your paperwork once you meet the criteria we have given, so that we can confirm you have met your conditions, once you have met the criteria, you will be classified as ‘unconditional’. If you are not able to meet the conditions of our offer or cannot provide evidence within a suitable timeframe your application will be rejected. It is your responsibility to keep us informed of any change in circumstance. We are very happy to provide detailed feedback to help you with any future applications you wish to make.
- Rejected; which means that you do not meet the entry criteria, and we would not be able to continue with your application any further at this time.
4. Once you have gained your unconditional offer and accepted the place firmly with us you will be provided with full joining instructions to enable you to enrol onto your chosen course.
