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Together we make, experiment and innovate. <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/apply">Apply now</a> to start studying at our specialist <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/pre-degree">Post-16 campus</a>, choose a <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses">BA (Hons) degree</a> with options available for <a href="https://www.plymouthart.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/january-starts-and-distance-learning">January 2024</a> and <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate">September 2025</a> starts, or explore the <a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate">Postgraduate courses</a> we have available.

Read on for information on opening times, term dates, enrolment information, reading weeks, and more for new and returning Pre-Degree students.

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Extended Diploma (Year 1) - Monday 9 September 2024 - 9am
Foundation Diploma - w/c Monday 9 September 2024
Extended Diploma (Year 2) - Monday 9 September 2024

Monday 28 October - Friday 1 November 2024

Monday 23 December 2024 - Friday 3 January 2025

Monday 17 - Friday 21 February 2025

Monday 7 April - Monday 21 April 2025 (Bank Holidays on Friday 18 April and Monday 21 April)

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If you have any questions about your application or course, please email <a href="mailto:admissions@aup.ac.uk">admissions@aup.ac.uk</a>.
If you are a current student seeking information on assessment dates or anything else, please contact <a href="mailto:predegree@aup.ac.uk">predegree@aup.ac.uk</a>.

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Our post-16 pre-degree courses at Arts University Plymouth will help you build a dynamic portfolio of art, design, craft or digital media, readying you for success in Higher Education or in industry. Find out how to apply now.

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The Pre-Degree careers plan provides a bespoke, tailored and scaffolded Careers Information Advice and Guidance (CIAG) model embedded within our curriculum.

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If you're under 19 years old and a permanent UK resident, our pre-degree courses are completely free of charge.

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Read our latest update for new and returning pre-degree students, including opening times, term dates, enrolment information, and more.

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Our Student Support team offers a team of specialist advisors who can provide information and guidance in a variety of areas, including finance and funding, disability support, counselling, health and wellbeing.

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At Arts University Plymouth we believe in high quality education for life in contemporary arts practice, as the creative catalyst for personal, professional and cultural transformation. We place the aspirations and support needs of every student at the very heart of our creative enterprise.

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