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What Happens to My Application?

Fair admissions

All applications received by UCAS before the initial ‘cut-off’ date (currently 15 January) will be considered on an equal basis. However, we can normally also consider applications for most subjects after this date, so please continue to apply if you wish.

What criteria are considered?

Academic qualifications are considered, but the supporting information on your form is also important. Explaining why you are choosing a programme is essential, especially for vocational programmes (eg Film & Media, Journalism Studies, Law, Nursing and Midwifery, PE/Professional Education, Primary Education and Social Work). List any relevant experience.

We'll look for evidence of transferable skills, such as teamwork and communication ability. Clearly indicate on the form how you achieved these skills through academic study, voluntary work, jobs, hobbies and life experience. 

References are also considered carefully. Give an academic reference if possible, but failing this, an employer's reference is acceptable. Friends as referees are not usually accepted and we may ask for a further reference.

Will there be an interview?

Not normally. But interviews may be required for particular subjects (PE/Professional Education, Primary Education and Nursing & Midwifery) and in special cases; for example, if you don’t have normal entrance qualifications, or your qualifications aren’t recent.

How are offers made?

Offers are made by experienced members of the Undergraduate Admissions team, to set criteria laid down by academic members of staff. If your application doesn't fit into the set criteria it will be referred to an Academic Selector and/or the Head of Undergraduate Admissions for consideration.

Offers are either unconditional or conditional. Conditional means we need further qualifications or information before we can finally confirm your offer.

All applications are dealt with as quickly as possible, although at peak times it may take longer. If we need to interview you, or if we ask you for further details, the process may take longer — but we will keep you fully informed.

 

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	Tel: + 44 (0) 1786 467044
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	Email: admissions@stir.ac.uk
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