Buzzword is applying to study graphic design at university and has provided their academic qualifications including GCSE grades and a Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media where they achieved merits. They are considering courses in graphic design at several universities and have rated each based on facilities, location, and course content. Buzzword aims to gain independence, new skills, and industry experience through university study to prepare for a career in graphic design.

1. UCAS APPLICATION
Your Name
BUZZWORD – lendal2019

2. Grades

3. GCSEs
School Name Here
Year Subject Grade Awarding Body
2016 English Language c
2016 English Literature c
2016 Maths c
2014 business c
2015 history b
2014 Art c

4. York College Grades
Year Level (GCSE/FS) Subject Grade Awarding Body
English
Language
Maths
Level 2 Diploma In
Creative Media
Production &
Technology
UAL

5. UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production
and Technology (Year 1)
Unit Grade
1. Introduction to Media Processes and Technical Skills
merit
02. Introduction to Design and Research Skills in Creative Media
Production
merit
03. Introduction to Professional Practice in Creative Media
Production
merit
04. Critical and Contextual Awareness in Creative Media
Production
merit
05. Investigating Audio Production and Technology
06. Investigating Visual Production and Technology
07. Investigating Interactive Production and Technology
08. Developing a Creative Media Production Project

6. Final Grade Y1
Grade UCAS Points
PASS 36
MERIT 60
DISTINCTION 84
Final Points Final Grade
60 merit

7. UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media
Production and Technology (Year 2)
Unit Grade
9. Characteristics & Contexts in Creative Media
Production
10. Engaging With an Audience in Creative
Media Production
11. Preparing for Progression in Creative Media
Production
12. Specialist Study in Creative Media
Production
13.Extended Project in Creative Media
Production

8. Final Grade Y2
Grade UCAS Points
PASS 72
MERIT 120
DISTINCTION 168
Final Points Final Grade

9. Courses

10. University Course
Course Title Graphic Design BA (Hons)
UCAS Code W211 BA/GRDE
Link http://www.salford.ac.uk/ug-courses/graphic-design
Location Salford
Entry
Requirements/
Qualification
GCSE
Grades
• English and Maths GCSE grade C
UAL Grade
UCAS points 104 - 120 points, to inlcude a grade C or above in
an Art & Design or Design & Technology subject
General
Comments/
Course Content
• The facilities' and accommodation are top quality
• A consistent record of success in both graduate employment
within the design industry and national design competitions
• The print room has all the resources that some university's do
not such as old print presses.
Rating/Suitability
(0-10> 10 Being
Most Suitable)
7

11. Course Title Graphic Design BA (Hons)
UCAS Code W211
Link https://www.ntu.ac.uk/study-and-courses/courses/find-your-
course/art-design/ug/2018-19/ba-hons-graphic-design
Location Nottingham
Entry
Requirements/
Qualification
GCSE
Grades
• GCSEs – English and Maths or Science grade C /
4.
UAL Grade
UCAS points • 112 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or
equivalent qualifications;
General
Comments/
Course Content
• The facilities were the best I saw especially the print side of
the course.
• Lots of competitions with consistent success.
• Study abroad for a year in year 2 for no additional fees.
• Awesome city
• Further away
Rating/Suitability
(0-10> 10 Being
Most Suitable)
9

12. Course Title Graphic Design BA (Hons)
UCAS Code W213
Link https://www1.chester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/graphic-
design/201909
Location Chester
Entry
Requirements/
Qualification
GCSE
Grades
UAL Grade
UCAS points • A minimum of 112 UCAS points from GCE A
Levels or equivalent, including Art, Art &
Design, Graphic Design, Design & Technology.
Typical offer: BCC/BBC
General
Comments/
Course Content
• Smaller university and not as good equipment
• Really hands on course
• My classes are a good 20 minute walk from the main campus
• Really friendly and more personal time w tutors as theres
lots less students.
• Bit like York
Rating/Suitability
(0-10> 10 Being
Most Suitable)
6

13. Course Title Graphic Design BA (Hons)
UCAS Code W290
Link https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/course/GRAGRAUB/
Location Lincoln
Entry
Requirements/
Qualification
GCSE
Grades
• Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at
grade 4 (C) or above, which must include
English. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may
be considered
UAL Grade
UCAS points • Entry Requirements: BBC (112 UCAS Tariff
points)
General
Comments/
Course Content
• Lincoln university like Nottingham had a print room full of
the big printers but also a dark room.
• The facilities and the accommodation were all top quality.
• The course had several aspects which did put me off a bit
such taking part in film and music.
• Lincoln city was not massive but looked very nice and was
quite up my street.
Rating/Suitability
(0-10> 10 Being
8

14. University Course
Course Title Graphic Design BA (Hons)
UCAS Code W210 BA/GD
Link https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-
northumbria/courses/graphic-design-ba-hons-uusgrp1/
Location Newcastle
Entry
Requirements/
Qualification
GCSE
Grades
• A good GCSE profile is expected including
Maths and English Language at minimum grade
C or equivalent.
UAL Grade
UCAS points • 128-136 UCAS Tariff points including one or
more of the following:
General
Comments/
Course Content
• Study abroad in year 2
Rating/Suitability

15. University Course
Course Title Graphic Design BA (Hons)
UCAS Code W210
Link https://www.brighton.ac.uk/courses/study/graphic-design-ba-
hons.aspx
Location brighton
Entry
Requirements/
Qualification
GCSE
Grades
• At least English language and maths.
UAL Grade
UCAS points • 120-96
General
Comments/
Course Content
Rating/Suitability
(0-10> 10 Being
Most Suitable)

16. Personal
Statement
Support in the notes section at the bottom of each slide

17. Academic History
• I have studied at York college doing level 2 and 3 creative media course, on this
course I have learnt many skills but is also where I found out that I want to study
Graphic design in further education. I have been learning various skills and had lots
of practice in planning for the production of a product, researching products that
exist and took part in both primary and secondary research in various projects
over 3 years, we also spend a big amount of time on production being set tasks in
all aspects of the media using all the adobe software such as InDesign and
Photoshop.
• Doing this course I have enjoyed the print side of the work as it allows you to be
creative in your work but also implement many angles of the media, as I enjoy
illustration overall making posters and album covers has been an awesome chance
has given me experience in the conventional aspects of the work but also got me
used to using equipment such as the graphics tablets supplied.
• The creative side of this course is what has appealed me towards graphic design
most of all but also being able to leave your mark on society simply through the
products and work you make. Studying at university is also something I have
wanted to do for the experience and the benefits it gives you rather then if I was
to go straight into work I believe it’s a better and smarter path to where I want to
be.

18. Current Study

19. The Future
• For my future university has always been a big thing I have wanted
to aim for, the thought of the independence you get and how it
helps prepare you a bit more for the future is a big appeal but also I
believe that going through university is the best possible path for
me to get to where I want to be and succeed.
• Also meeting a ton of new people and getting a chance to start
fresh is a great opportunity, and I am also keen to learn new skills
and get a real hands on experience in graphic design would be great
and beneficial in the long run.
• Studying a year abroad or getting a chance in actual work
placement is a big opportunity you can get in university along with
competitions and events that give you a chance to make contacts
for the future with existing companies.

20. Outside College

21. Conclusion

22. Introduction