UAL DiploApple Development

Chelsea College of Art and Design

United Kingdom, London

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Chelsea College of Art and Design

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines26-Sep-2022 9-Dec-2022

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 23,380 / year

Apply Date 9-Dec-2022

Next Intake 26-Sep-2022

UAL DiploApple Development

About

The UAL Diploma in Apple Development will give you an opportunity to become an accredited apple developer by undertaking a learning programme designed by Apple themselves and especially adapted to the UAL context. Training in the programme is aimed at developing apps for the Apple’s innovative and vibrant app ecosystem. The course focuses on software development and app design with an emphasis on creativity and collaboration to empower and allows you to develop the skills needed to succeed. On successful completion of the diploma and the final year of your undergraduate degree you will graduate with an enhanced degree title i.e. BA Hons, Design (with Apple Development).

As a student at the UAL Creative Computing Institute, you will study in a specialist and research rich environment. The Institute provides dedicated technical resources and access to an Institute wide lecture programme and further opportunities to engage with Institute researchers and practitioners through additional events, seminars, and workshops. By studying at the UAL Creative Computing Institute, you will join a network of creatives excited by the potential of computational technologies.

Furthermore, studying the diploma will develop considerable transferable skills by undertaking the diploma as part of your UAL experience. These include, design presentation skills, digital collaborative working, digital information management and remote team working.

The UAL Diploma in Apple Development (optional year at CCI) will give you an opportunity to become an accredited apple developer by undertaking a learning programme designed by Apple themselves and especially adapted to the UAL context. On successful completion of the diploma and the final year of your undergraduate degree you will graduate with an enhanced degree title i.e. BA Hons, Design (with Apple Development).

Disciplines

UAL Creative Computing Institute

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:

Admission to the Diploma adheres to progression regulations where students are expected to have completed 2 years' previous study up to Level 5 (or equivalent) in the subject area of their course. Should students fail any credits, during that period, progression regulations would apply whether they could undertake the Diploma year.

To see the University's Regulations on Admissions, please go to the following link:

https://www.arts.ac.uk/study-at-ual/apply

The selection procedures for the course adhere to the Equal Opportunities policy of the University of the Arts London.

The Diploma in Apple Development is an optional aspect of UAL undergraduate courses. For those students who do take up the option to apply for the Diploma, it is designed as an integrated and assessed part of your journey through your overall course.

Selection criteria

We look for:

Some experience of creative coding even if limited
Evidence of visual and conceptual creative abilities
A clear commitment to the chosen field of study
The potential to develop the full range of practical, expressive, critical and conceptual skills necessary to complete the course
The ability to benefit from the learning environment and experience
The ability to communicate and discuss issues and ideas both verbally and in writing
The ability to manage your own time and initiate projects

Selection process:

You can apply directly to the Institute via web form in the apply section of the course page.
You will need to provide some personal details and 400 word statement about "why you'd like to undertake the Diploma and your experience of creative computing."
You can provide a portfolio link but this is not required.
There are two rounds of applications, one in March and one in June
We confirm your place within a short period after each deadline and then confirm your progression to us with your home college.
You must be in good academic standing to progress to the CCI (i.e. not be carrying any referred units)
Prior to your application we encourage you to attend/view an online open day which you can see on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKoPJJLzubE
Any queries about the process can be directed to [email protected]

Career

Developing your skills

Adding the a UAL diploma to your current UAL degree means you will possess a material understanding of computational technologies and a set of computing and coding skills much in demand across the digital sector.

Career paths

Diploma students will be well paced to work in the following roles:

Creative Technologist
Creative Developer
Web Developer
UX Developer
iOS App Developer
Software Developer
IoT / Smart Products Developer
Front – End Developer
Digital Strategist
Live Events Technologist
Technology Researcher
Machine Intelligence Developer
Broadcast Technologist
IT Specialist
Digital Project Manager
Digital Entrepreneur
Digital Creative
Interactive Designer

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 23,380 / year

How to Apply

International applicants

If you’re an International applicant, you can apply in 2 different ways:

Apply through UCAS with support from a UAL representative in your country. This is our recommended way to apply to make sure you are fully supported and guided throughout the application process.
Through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admission Service)

By applying through a UAL representative, you’ll have access to benefits including personalised support throughout the application, interview and enrolment process. Our in-country representatives can provide you with information and specialist advice about all the courses we offer, guidance on portfolio preparation, application process and interviews, visas and immigration, accommodation and much more. Read our application guidance for international students.

The UCAS deadline for 2022/23 entry is 6pm (GMT) on 26 January 2022. If you miss the UCAS equal consideration deadline, you may still be able to apply for some of our courses, so make sure you check the course pages for more information.

Any students living in Iran, Crimea region, Cuba, North Korea, or Syria will not be able to make their application via UCAS due to a restriction imposed by one of UCAS's technology suppliers based in the US. Please contact our admissions team at [email protected] for further instructions on how to apply.