BA Creative Expressive Arts, Health, and Wellbeing

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their Curriculum Vitae along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience. Additionally, an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) certificate, cleared by the University, is necessary for this course.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need 104 UCAS points, which corresponds to grades such as BCC at A Level or DMM at BTEC Extended Diploma level. Alternatively, a Pass in the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, including 15 Distinctions, 24 Merits, and 6 Passes, will be acceptable.

• Offers are made based on students' applications, and applicants may be invited to submit a portfolio, with a strong submission potentially leading to an unconditional offer.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score at least 6.0 overall in IELTS (with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the reading, writing, listening, and speaking sections) or submit equivalent English Language test scores.

• A GCSE English Language qualification at Grade 4 or Grade C (or above) is also an acceptable equivalent qualification.

Graduates of BA Creative Expressive Arts, Health, and Wellbeing from the University of Derby are equipped for a range of professional opportunities where they apply creative arts for wellbeing. The major career paths and sectors include:

• Arts for Health Practitioner

• Community Arts Organisations

• Social Care and Charity Work

• Hospital and Health Settings

• Educational Settings

For International students, the annual tuition fee for the BA Creative Expressive Arts, Health, and Wellbeing at the University of Derby is £17,500.

International students should apply through UCAS or directly through the University’s online application portal, which is the quickest and simplest method. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.