As part of our registration with The Office for Students (OfS), we’re required to make some information publicly available.
Degree outcomes statement
Our statement reviews how we ensure the accuracy and reliability of the awards we give. It describes the patterns of degree outcomes over time and our policies and procedures to maintain the fairness and reliability of our awards. It also includes information about our degree classification algorithm.
Access and participation plans
Each year, universities publish a document that outlines their commitment to increasing access to higher education for everyone. Our plan to recruit and support students from diverse backgrounds is available for download, and has been approved by the OfS.
- University of the Arts London access and participation plan 2020/21 to 2024/25 (PDF 773KB)
- Summary of 2020/21 to 2024/45 access and participation plan (PDF 152KB)
- Fee Summary 2023/24 (PDF 117KB)
- Fee Summary 2024/2025 (PDF 64KB)
Previous documents for the Office of Fair Access (OFFA):
- Access and participation plan 2019/20 (PDF 350KB)
- Access and participation plan 2019/20 impact report (PDF 175KB)
- Access agreement 2018/19 (PDF 419KB)
- Access agreement 2017/18 (PDF 280KB)
- Access agreement 2016/17 (PDF 493KB)
- Access agreement 2015/16 (PDF 400KB)
- Access agreement 2014/15 (PDF 294KB)
- Access agreement 2013/14 (PDF 185KB)
Student protection plan
Details on how we safeguard students' interests if unexpected changes impact their studies.
Refund and compensation policy
Details of the circumstances under which we would refund fees.
Transfer policy
There may be instances where students have started their degree at a different university and would like to transfer to complete their studies at UAL. This may be due to a change in personal circumstances.
We're committed to helping students who wish to transfer. We accept transfer students on a case-by-case basis, both for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as long as there are available spots.
If you're an international student considering an external transfer to UAL, contact UAL Student Services to discuss immigration requirements.
We'll create a document that summarises the student’s academic record to help them transfer to another institution.
OfS: Transfer Policy (Word 678KB)
If you're a current UAL student and wish to transfer to another course within the university, see the UAL course transfer guidance.
External transfer for undergraduate students
If you feel you meet these requirements, then apply to the course as outlined on the course page as early as possible. Transfer students apply when their first term or semester results are published.
We can assess your eligibility and consider your application.
You'll need to select your 'point of entry' as year 2.
External transfer for postgraduate students
If you feel you meet these requirements, then apply to the course through the course page as early as possible. Transfer students apply when their first term or semester results are published.
We can assess your eligibility and consider your application. You'll need to select your 'point of entry' as year one and say in your application that you’re applying with credit.
This information helps us decide if the content you've studied is suitable for the course. Meeting all the requirements is necessary for a successful application.
All applications are sent to the Admissions Service, who’ll review them with the Course Admissions Tutor. You’ll receive notification of your application's outcome through UCAS or email.
Transparency information
Detailed information on the achievement of UAL students in their First Degrees, categorised by different factors.
The published information shows what percentage of students achieved each level of classification for their First Degree. The data breaks up into ethnicity, socio-economic background, and gender.
T level qualifications
We encourage students taking the new T level qualification to apply. T levels are an alternative to other 16-19 courses, including A levels, Extended Diplomas, and apprenticeships. T levels are equivalent in size to 3 A levels, focusing on vocational skills that can help students into skilled employment, higher education or apprenticeships.
When applying to UAL, all information submitted is considered, not just qualifications. Additional documents, such as a digital portfolio or written statement, are often required by courses to support the application process.
Our admissions tutors review applications and consider the subject and content of individual qualifications, along with any extra documentation provided upon request. T levels related to design are usually the most suitable.
For more information, see the T levels government page.