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Thinking About Joining Us

Thinking About Joining Us

Learn more about the admissions process, funding advice, and outreach

Application

What documents do I need to apply?

How do I reset my password, contact IT Support, or use Self Service?

How do I find out if there are still places on the course?

What part-time courses are available?

Why have I been asked for references?

I can't log into my application.

The course code is not available on UCAS, where is it?

The link to apply on the website is not available, where is it?

The course I want to study starts in September, when is the deadline to apply?

I uploaded the wrong document to my application and can't delete it, what do I do?

I can't upload my documents to the portal, what do I do?

My offer letter is wrong, or is for a different course, who should I speak to?

When do applications open for 2022?

When do applications open for 2021?

When is the deadline for submitting a portfolio or APEL?

How do I apply to the University of Bolton?

Is there a deadline for applying?

Do I need copies of my qualifications to apply?

I uploaded the wrong document to my application, can I delete this?

Where do I send my certificates to?

When will I receive an offer?

When will I hear if I have been made an offer of a place?

Can you talk to someone else regarding my application?

Can I defer my application to another year?

Should I apply to the University of Bolton before I take a gap year?

There are no interview slots available, how do I book my interview?

Who do I need to tell if my contact details have changed on the application form?

How do I withdraw my application?

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Course Information

Which courses offer distance learning?

When is the next intake?

The course I want to study starts in January, when is the deadline to apply?

Do you offer Access to Higher Education courses?

I'm not sure what course I want to apply for, what should I do?

The course I want to study is listed as subject to approval, what does this mean?

Can I speak to someone about the course?

When do courses start?

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Disability

I didn't declare a disability on my application form, what should I do?

Enrolment

When can I enrol?

I've enrolled but have changed my mind, what should I do?

When can I collect my student ID badge?

Entry Requirements

The course entry requirements need work experience or volunteering, but I can't do it because of COVID-19, what can I do?

My qualification doesn't have UCAS points, how can I apply?

I only have GCSEs, can I still apply?

I don't meet the entry requirements, can I still get a place?

Are my qualifications acceptable to study in the UK?

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Interviews

Which courses interview?

Student Support

What student support is available?

How do I apply for student finance?

Timetable

Where can I find my timetable?

Can I study for a degree by attending evening classes / night school?

Contact

How do I contact the University of Bolton?

I can't get through to someone, is there another number I can call?

I've emailed but haven't received a reply yet, how long does this usually take?

What are the University of Bolton opening times?

Can I visit the University of Bolton?

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Campus

How can I find out if a College, University, or Centre is a University of Bolton Partner?

Is there a student car park at the University of Bolton?

Transfers

I am currently studying at another University, can I transfer to the University of Bolton?

Open Days

Where can I access Zoom Presentations and Virtual Open Day Recordings?

What time does the Course Advice Day run?

When are your Open Days?

What time do the open days run?

I can't arrive at the open day at 9am, can I still come?

Can I visit the campus?

Can I bring guests with me to an open day?

What's the difference between an Open Day and a Course Advice Day?

Can I bring my children with me to an Open Day?

The course I want to study isn't available to book for the Open Day?

What courses are covered at the Open Day?

What time does the nursing Open Day run?

What courses are covered in the Nursing and Midwifery Open Day?

I want to study at an off-campus location, which Open Day should I attend?

Are hearing loops available in the talks at open days?

Are the buildings accessible for disabled people?

I need support to attend the open day, how do I arrange this?

Can I speak to a Funding Advisor at the Open Day?

I don't have formal qualifications, can I still come to an Open Day?

I don't know if I am eligible to study a course, can I still come to an open day?

I have overseas qualifications, can I speak to someone?

Can someone assess my qualifications at the Open Day?

I am traveling from a distance to the Open Day, is there advice on where to stay overnight?

Do you offer visas for visiting Open Days?

I live overseas, can I attend an Open Day?

How far is the University of Bolton from the train station?

Do you offer any Virtual Open Day events?

I'm booked onto a Virtual Open Day, how do I connect?

Will there be somewhere to eat lunch at the Open Day?

Is there a place to store my belongings at the Open Day?

I only need to ask a quick question, do I still need to book a place on an open day?

Is parking available for open days?

Where can I book my place for an Open Day?

I've booked a place at an open day but haven't received any information?

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Undergraduate

How many points do I need to apply?

What if I don't meet the entry criteria?

What are UCAS points?

What is the difference between a foundation year and a foundation degree?

How can I find out if I have enough UCAS points?

Do I need to do a foundation year?

What start dates do you have?

When should I make my application?

What documents do I need to provide with my application?

Can I apply after the 15 January deadline?

Do I have to make an application through UCAS?

Can I apply directly to the University?

What happens if I don't accept my offer through UCAS Track?

I have my offer, is there anything else I need to do?

How can I find out where my application is up to?

What top-up courses do you offer?

I applied last year but didn't enroll, can I re-open that application?

Can I make an appointment to speak to someone about my application?

What Undergraduate courses do you offer?

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Funding Advice

How can I pay tuition fees?

How do I contact the finance or funding teams?

How can the funding advice team help me?

Student Finance England refers to ‘household income’ – whose income is considered?

I am interested in receiving guidance so that I can budget whilst I am studying – can you help?

What funding can I get as a UK Undergraduate student commencing a course?

What funding can I get as a UK Postgraduate student studying a MA, MSc or MEd?

Is there any other funding available from the University of Bolton?

What bursaries and scholarships are available from the University of Bolton?

I am a UK student and studying a PGCE/CertEd course, what funding is available?

How do I apply for the Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan?

When should I apply for student finance?

Do I need to re-apply for student finance?

How much are Undergraduate course fees?

What is means tested and non-means tested funding?

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Postgraduate

How can I apply to an MPhil or PhD course?

Do you have to study for a master's before starting a PhD?

What documents do I need to provide with my postgraduate application?

I don't meet the postgraduate entry criteria, what are my options?

What Postgraduate courses do you offer?

How can I find out more information about a Postgraduate course?

Can I fit the course around my work schedule?

Is there any financial support available for postgraduate study?

How much does a PhD cost?

How much does a master's degree cost?

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Clearing

What courses are available in Clearing?

What is Clearing?

I want to talk to someone about my options.

Why do I need to call before referring myself?

What is a verbal offer?

I have a place at another University but now wish to study at The University of Bolton, can I still apply?

I have a place at the University of Bolton, but would like to change to a different course - what should I do next?

Can I apply for courses starting in 2021 in Clearing?

I submitted a direct application during Clearing, how long till I hear back?

Have you any Clearing vacancies? Do you have vacancies in the subject I am interested in?

Is Clearing open?

What is the Clearing line number?

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#UniAsItShouldBe Bursary Scheme

Will I be expected to do anything in return for receiving the #UniAsItShouldBe Award?

Who can I ask if I have further questions about the #UniAsItShouldBe scheme?

How will you be sharing my data?

I've tried using the online #UniAsItShouldBe store but I'm having technical problems, who can I contact for help?

What delivery charges are there?

Will the University sort out any problems I have if there is anything wrong with the products I buy from #UniAsItShouldBe scheme, for example, they are damaged or arrive late?

What happens if I repeat a year of study or part of a year of study?

What happens if I am suspended pending disciplinary action?

What happens if I interrupt my studies?

What happens if I change courses having received the award or part of the award?

What if I'm a second or third year student, can I still get the cashless bursary?

I am enrolled with the University of Bolton but I am based at a partner institution, am I eligible for the #UniAsItShouldBe Award?

How do I know If I'm eligible for the #UniAsItShouldBe Award?

How can I find out which books or materials are recommended for me?

What happens if I have an unspent credit balance at the end of the academic year?

What if I want to buy something that is worth more than the credit on my #UniAsItShouldBe account?

Do I have to spend the money all at once?

Will I be able to buy course books with my #UniAsItShouldBe Award?

Where can I spend the #UniAsItShouldBe Award?

Can the #UniAsItShouldBe Award be taken back from me once it has been awarded?

I am studying part-time. Will I still be eligible for the #UniAsItShouldBe Award?

I'm starting my course in January or May 2021, will I be able to get the #UniAsItShouldBe cashless bursary?

How do I log in to #UniAsItShouldBe and when will I know when my awards have been made?

How can I get the #UniAsItShouldBe £150 in each year of study?

What is the #UniAsItShouldBe scheme designed to achieve?

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Apprenticeship

How can I apply to a degree apprenticeship course?