OPEN DAYS
On the above link you will find a series of open days throughout the academic year. This is a good opportunity to meet with tutors and students, view the College and its facilities and learn more about careers in art, design and performing arts.

PROSPECTUS REQUEST
To order a prospectus, please click on the above link. 

HOW TO APPLY 
Click above for detailed information. Applications for all our undergraduate courses should be made through the University and Colleges Application System (UCAS). Further information can be found in the UCAS handbook which is available through schools and colleges, or by visiting the website at www.ucas.co.uk. If you need any assistance, please contact undergrad@hca.ac.uk 

INTERVIEW INFORMATION 
Once you have applied through UCAS, you will be asked to attend an interview. It is usually a one-to-one meeting, lasting about 20-30 minutes, in which we discuss your ideas and ambitions and look at your work. Bring your strongest collection of work that will demonstrate your interest and commitment.

PORTFOLIO ADVICE
On the above link you will find a useful fact sheet on portfolio/audition preparation. For specific guidance notes for portfolios related to each course please contact undergrad@hca.ac.uk

SUMMER SHOW
At the end of each academic year, the college hosts a public exhibition for students who are leaving.  Please click here for our News & Events section

MATURE STUDENTS
The College welcomes applications from mature students (over 21) who do not necessarily have the formal entry requirements. We take into consideration alternative qualifications or relevant work experience. Hereford College of Arts has many mature students and we value the rich experience they bring to the College.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The College welcomes applications from international students - please click here to take you to our International section

ACCOMMODATION
Click above for more detailed information. Student accommodation in Hereford is generally considered to be of a high standard and good value. The Accommodation Officer plays an active role in liaising with landlords, inspecting properties, and offering advice to both students and landlords in order to ensure that there is sufficient good and affordable accommodation, with particular attention being paid to health and safety issues. There is a range of accommodation options, many within a mile radius of the College, with typical rent scales of £40 - £60 per week. Accommodation information and booking is usually sent out to students with their letters of offer. Email Jane Young – youngj@hereford-tech.ac.uk

LEARNING SUPPORT
Click above for more detailed information. All students are assessed for special needs/additional learning support. Learning Support tutors can provide individual tutorials at all levels of study while specialist support is also available for dyslexic students. The College liaises closely with complementary agencies including British Dyslexia Association, RNCB and Service for Students with Sensory Impairment. The College benefits from considerable professional expertise in this area, having run art and design courses for students with learning difficulties, disabilities and injuries over a twenty-five year period. Please contact learningsupport@hca.ac.uk for more information.

LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE
Click above for more detailed information. Our specialist art librarians offer an outstanding service to students and are often highly praised in questionnaires and focus groups by students. The library contains over 15,000 books, journals, videos and DVDs. The library has recently re-located to a temporary home in the heart of the main college, whilst a new state of the art library is under construction – which will be shared with Herefordshire College of Technology.

STUDENT INFORMATION SERVICE
SIS offers all students impartial advice on a variety of personal issues. It provides a drop-in centre, a free counselling service and an abundance of confidential information, advice and support – from funding issues to housing and welfare.