How to apply

You can make your application through the University’s online application portal.

What to include in your application

Please check that your qualifications match the entry requirements of the course you’re applying for. You can see the entry requirements on our course pages. If you’ve studied outside of the UK, see our international entry requirements.

When reviewing applications, we’ll pay particular attention to:

  • the relevance of your undergraduate degree subject

  • your academic performance.

If you need an earlier decision in order to meet a scholarship application deadline, please let us know through the ‘My Enquiries’ section of your application portal once you’ve applied.

If you're unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team via mediapg@leeds.ac.uk.

Documents to upload for all courses in media and communication

You’ll need to upload the following documents when applying for your course:

  • A copy of your degree certificate and transcript, or a current transcript if you’re still studying (please also provide an official translation if not originally in English).

  • An up-to-date CV / resume

  • An approved English language qualification, if applicable (you can apply for a Masters course before you’re able to provide this)

  • Any previous UK CAS, visa and BRP documents if you’re an international applicant who has previously studied in the UK on a Tier 4/ Student Visa.

Additional documents required for MA Film, Photography and Media

  • A supporting statement in response to the questions asked in the ‘supporting statement’ section of the application form.

  • A selection of practical work to demonstrate your technical ability for this course.

We do not generally request references unless further information is required to support the assessment of your application. If we need further information to support the assessment of your application, we may ask for a recent sample of written work.

Deadlines

Read our How to Apply page for information about application deadlines.  

We recommend that international students apply as early as possible to ensure that they have time to apply for their visa. Read about visas, immigration and other information in International students.

Admissions policy

University of Leeds Admissions Policy 2025

Support for part-time and mature learners

The Lifelong Learning Centre provides support for mature and part-time learners across the University, including advice on how to apply to university and support throughout your studies.

Contact us

Email the Admissions team via mediapg@leeds.ac.uk