How to Apply

Applications for our Higher Education programmes are dependent on the whether the course is Full-Time, Part-Time or an Apprenticeship. Please see below further information on how to apply.

Full-Time Applications

For one of our Full-Time Foundation Degrees, HNC (Higher National Certificate), HND (Higher National Diploma), BA, or BSc courses, you need to apply online via the UCAS website link below.

Follow the instructions carefully. It's particularly important to enter the code names and numbers correctly:

Institution code: BPCOL B49
Campus code: N/A

Click to visit the UCAS website.

When to apply

Applications via UCAS operate on a cycle; please see below when to apply:

First Application Cycle - 29th January 2025 Application Deadline

Second Application Cycle - UCAS Extra 26th February 2025 - 30th June 2025

Third Application Cycle – ‘Clearing Opens’ 5th July 2025

For Clearing information, contact the Degree admissions line: 01202 205339.

Part-Time Applications

Applications for Part-Time Higher Education courses should be made directly to Bournemouth & Poole College by selecting the course you're interested in, from the course search.

Apprenticeship Applications

Please refer to the relevant course page on how to apply or obtain further information.

Got a question?

We're on hand to answer any queries you have, so don’t hesitate to contact us.