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The course team welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds from all over the world. The course attracts students who apply direct from A-level (or equivalent) or from Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, or other art or design courses, as well as mature students who may have previously worked in industry.

The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows:

96 UCAS tariff points for entry in 2020, or 80 UCAS tariff points for entry in 2019, which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications:

• A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences)
• Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4)
• Merit, Merit, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Art and Design, Media, Music and Performing Arts)
• Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
• Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Digital and Creative Media, Film and Production, Humanities and Social Sciences)
• OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma.

And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C).

APEL - Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning

Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases. The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:

• Related academic or work experience;
• The quality of the personal statement;
• A strong academic or other professional reference;
• A combination of these factors.

Each application will be considered on its own merit but we cannot guarantee an offer in each case.

English Language Requirements (International/EU)

IELTS level 6.0 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Please check our main English language requirements page for more information.

All classes are conducted in English. If English is not your first language you will be asked to provide evidence of your English language ability when you enrol.

The details on your UCAS application (including the academic reference and your personal statement) will be assessed against the following criteria:

• A demonstrable interest in the disciplines that contribute to the production of television and live events
• An appreciation of visual imagery and an awareness of the role communication technology plays within this area of study
• An understanding of the need for a critical and analytical approach (through research and practice) to this area of study
• Evidence of collaborative and/or organisational skills

How we assess your application

Your application form is reviewed when you apply to the University. If you have achieved or expect to achieve the standard entry requirements we will consider you for a place on the course. We make our offers based on the strength of the whole application, and therefore don’t routinely invite applicants to interview.

To find out more, view our Undergraduate Application Process page.

This course doesn’t require you to provide a portfolio.

Personal statement advice

This is an important part of your application and should demonstrate to the team that you are interested in television and live events production, and that you have thought carefully about why you want to study on this course. 

You can demonstrate this through your previous work experience or study, personal experience and your ambitions for personal development as a student at LCC. 

You should ensure it is written clearly, and free of any spelling mistakes. It is your chance to impress the team by demonstrating your appreciation of what the course can offer you and how you feel it will help you in the future. 

State what you personally would bring to the course, and explain what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment.

Communicating with you

After you have successfully submitted your application, you will receive an email confirming we have successfully received your application and providing you with your login details for the UAL Portal.  We will request any additional information from you, including inviting you to upload documents through the portal. You should check your UAL Portal regularly for any important updates and requests.

International applicants may be invited to interview in person at LCC, or via Skype if overseas or unable to attend. Details of this interview will be sent via the UAL Portal.

Immigration history check

International applicants, whether applying online via UCAS or through a UAL representative or by direct application, you will need to complete an immigration history check to establish whether you are eligible to study at UAL. If you do not complete the check, we will not be able to proceed with your application.

What happens next?

We will advise you of your application outcome through UCAS Track. If you are an International applicant and have applied directly or through an agent, we will notify you through the UAL Portal.

We invite all offer holders to come to London College of Communication to attend one of our Offer Holder events. Offer holders will have the chance to meet the team, find out more about the course, and see our diverse and vibrant student community in action.

Successful applicants will be guided through the rest of our admissions stages and towards enrolment on the course.

Deferring your place

If you are offered a place for 2019/20 but wish to defer to 2020/21, information on how to do this and who to contact can be found in your offer letter.

International applicants will have to pay a pre-payment in order to defer. In all cases, deferred places will be held for one year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Television and Live Events Production will be able to celebrate a diverse and large employment market that could allow them to enter into a variety of roles, depending on the specific area in which they specialise.

To inspire students, here is a list of potential employment opportunities:

• Independent and regional television, film and video production companies
• Lighting and audio companies
• Set provision and construction and scenic painting companies
• Independent professionals; such as designers, set dressers, scenic artists, directors, producers, production managers
• Drama training institutions and educational linked ventures
• Touring theatre companies
• Exhibition and display production companies
• Museum events
• Commissioned festival and special events contracts
• Charitable fundraising events
• Sports events
• Fashion and advertisement promotional events
• Music events
• Residential or short term theatre and television studio contracts
• Conference, corporate, party and charity functions management companies
• Leisure and community events
• Theme parks
• Web-based productions

Graduates will have opportunity of employment at differing levels of responsibility depending on the nature of the production and depending on the focus they choose to elect.

Below is a selection of potential roles:

• Production designer / Art Director
• Producer / Assistant Producer
• Assistant Creative Director
• Assistant Project Director
• Production Researcher
• Live event or television camera person
• Fashion Show Co-ordinator
• Assistant Production Manager
• Event Logistics and Operations Manager
• Assistant Floor / Studio/Stage / Location Manager
• Lighting design Assistant/Operator
• Sound design Assistant/Operator
• Assistant Technical Manager
• Prop Designer / Maker / Supervisor / Buyer / Supplier
• Set Dresser
• Assistant Model Maker
• Technical Drafts Person
• Scenic Artist
• Party / Festival Co-ordinators
• Charities/educational event co-ordinators
• PR-related event work