Apply to Study at Futureworks
We accept applications throughout the academic year. Our courses have small classes and can fill up quickly, so we encourage anyone thinking about studying with us to get their application in as soon as possible.
Complete the short form below and we’ll be in touch within a few days to get you started on your application journey.
We can help you every step of the way
If you have any questions regarding applications please contact our Admissions Team on 0161 214 4600 or email admissions@futureworks.ac.uk
Making an application
Applications for September 2026 which are received after January will need to go through Extra or Clearing. Any applications made in July, August and September will automatically go into clearing.
We accept applications throughout the academic year and we continue to give all applications equal consideration until either results day in August, or when the course is full.
It is important to stay on top of all of the different deadlines, here are the key dates in the UCAS calendar:
Like any university, to apply for a degree course you’ll need a UCAS account. It’s easy to set up your UCAS account and the application form is straight forward. To begin the process go to www.ucas.com and choose the option to apply for an Undergraduate course. Here you will be asked which course you are applying for (a maximum of 5). You’ll also need to add your qualifications, write your personal statement and include your reference.
The application fee charged by UCAS for 2026 entry is £28.50 for up to five choices.
Free school meals application fee waiver: For the 2026 cycle, if you have been in receipt of free school meals at some point during the last six years (during your secondary education) up until the end of your final year, you will be eligible to have your application fee waived. Further information on this can be found on the UCAS website.
If you’re unsure what to put in your Personal Statement, click here to get some help.
Offers will be made in the form of UCAS points. These can be gained via a number of qualifications, for example:
- BCC or above at A2 Level
- DMM or above at Extended Diploma Level
- M or above at UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Level
- A proven interest in this area
If you’re unsure how many points you have you can use the UCAS tariff calculator.
Remember that qualifications such as Graded Examinations in Music Performance and Arts Award (Gold) can also count towards your UCAS points – check the tariff calculator!
All applicants are expected to have at least a Level 4 or grade ‘C’ in GCSEs Maths and English Language or equivalent. Non-UK applicants will need to have an English Language qualification at International Level B2 or higher, such as an IELTS of 6.0 or better (with no component below 5.5). Students with equivalent qualifications will also be accepted.
Entry criteria for International students will vary. Please see International Students for full details.
Futureworks is able to accept any applications from applicants who require a Student Visa (formerly called Tier 4 Visa) to study in the UK. Please see International Students for full details.
You’ll need to know the UCAS code for your course in order to apply. These are:
F98 Institution Code
The institution code for Futureworks is ‘F98’. Previously our courses were listed under UCLAN as this is our validating university. You must now apply directly to Futureworks.
J9W3 BSc (Hons) Audio Engineering & Production
WJ39 BA (Hons) Music Production
G2A5 BSc (Hons) Game Audio
W614 BA (Hons) Art of Visual Effects
P313 BA (Hons) Editing for Film, TV & Media
F3M6 BA (Hons) Independent Filmmaking
W216 BA (Hons) Animation with Illustration
I620 BA (Hons) Game Art
WG24 BA (Hons) Games Design
Frequently asked questions
I’m a mature student without any formal qualifications; can I study on a degree course?
A mature student is someone who is 21 or over, and may not have the necessary qualifications to start the course, however, your past work and life experiences may be enough for you to apply – if you’re unsure make sure you get in touch before you send your application.
Do you accept deferred applications?
Yes, Futureworks is happy to accept deferred applications to our Degree Programmes.
Applicants are able to defer their application for 1 year. This means that an applicant is able to apply for the following year of study on application.
Additionally, an applicant with an offer of study can defer their place to the next year. Please contact us if you have an offer and would like to defer your place admissions@futureworks.ac.uk
What if I can’t attend my interview at the allocated date/time?
We can sometimes be flexible with our interview dates and times. If you are unable to attend your interview, please contact our Admissions Officer on 0161 214 4602 or email admissions@futureworks.ac.uk to re-arrange. Please contact us as soon as you know that you are unable to attend.
What if I can’t afford to travel to my in-person interview?
We can help you with some of your expenses when travelling to an open day or interview – please see here for more details.
I didn’t meet the minimum entry requirements – what do I do?
If you have been made an offer for one of our courses and have failed to meet the conditions of your offer, you will need to call our Admissions department on 0161 214 4602 to discuss your application.
If you haven’t applied yet and have found a course you like, but don’t think you meet the entry requirements, you should call our Admissions Team on 0161 214 4602 to see if there is anything we can do. It may still be worth you applying for the course if you haven’t missed the requirements by much, or if you have a lot of experience in your chosen area of study.
My application hasn’t been successful and I would like to appeal – what do I need to do?
If you’ve applied for one of our courses but haven’t been successful, whether this is pre or post interview, or even if you have not met the conditions of your offer and have been told we can’t offer you a place, then you may submit an appeal, in writing, which should be sent to our Admissions department here: admissions@futureworks.ac.uk
Do you have a Privacy Notice for applicants?
Yes, you can view this here.