Foundation Course, Experimental Programme (BA (HONS)) and Diploma Programme (MArch) application procedures
The AA is a private institution and does not belong to UCAS; therefore you must apply directly through the school. The preferred method of application is this online form. A PDF version can be made available for visually impaired applicants, upon request.
In order to make an application for 2020/21 entry to the AA, you will have to register. Please use the form below to register. You only need to do this once – after you have registered, you can use your username and password to log in as often as you wish to complete your application. Don't forget the deadline!
Application deadlines for 2020/21
- Early applications for 2020/21 closed: Friday 15 November 2019. Applicants wishing to be considered for a scholarship or bursary must submit their online form and portfolio by this date.
- Early applications for Foundation Course 2020/21 close: Friday 22 May 2020*. Applicants wishing to be considered for a scholarship or bursary must submit their online form and portfolio by this date.
- Late applications for 2020/21 close (Experimental (BA (Hons)) and Diploma (MArch)): Friday 24 January 2020.
Your online application must arrive by the dates listed above. Applications received after the dates above may be accepted at the discretion of the school.
* With the granting of Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP), the AA will validate the Foundation Course in February 2020. We are delighted to confirm that these arrangements will re-open the Foundation Course to international applicants and prospective students worldwide can apply now for entry in September 2020.
To support dissemination of these exciting developments and opportunities to the widest audience, we have extended the early application deadline to the Foundation Course until Friday 22nd May 2020.To give yourself plenty of time to undertake your interview, consider your offer, and prepare for your move to London, we highly recommend you apply by the November deadline.
How to proceed
- Register to create your account
- Complete each section of the online form listed in the menu on the left
- Submit your form and application fee of £55 (£75 for a late application)
Online Payment
Payments are accepted by any of the following card types; Visa, Mastercard, Maestro. There is a 1.5% charge for credit cards.
Refunds at the discretion of the AA admissions department.
If you are unable to make an online payment, please contact admissions@aaschool.ac.uk.
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