Admissions Policy
The Admissions policy provides the basis for
admissions practice across the University.
1.1. Principles
1.11. The University seeks and highly values
diversity within the student community. We endeavour, through our
policies to ensure that all of our students are given the
opportunity to achieve their potential through studying at degree
level. In line with this objective, the University is committed to
recognising both academic and other personal and professional
achievements of each applicant.
1.12. The University welcomes
applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We recognise
that student potential is not always evident simply through formal
academic qualifications and we particularly welcome applications
from those who are currently under-represented within higher
education.
1.13. The University is committed to
ensuring equal opportunities for all our students. We recognise
that the University community is enriched by a diverse student body
made up of students from the UK, the European Union and
overseas.
1.14. In accordance with our commitment
to fair admissions, selection is made on the basis of a variety of
criteria. Evidence of suitability for study includes academic
achievement, professional and personal experience and potential to
succeed on the intended programme of study.
1.15. The Admissions Policy aims to be fair
to all applicants and to meet the legal obligations applied through
relevant legislation and University policies. A list of the
relevant legislation is in Appendix
1 and University policies are in Appendix 2.
2.1. The aims of the Admissions
Policy are to ensure that:
i.
All applicants are treated equally, fairly and consistently
ii. Applicants
are appropriately informed throughout the
admissions process
iii. Clear
decision making by applicants and the University is assured
National, regional and University strategic objectives are
recognised.