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How to apply for Short and CPD Courses

Follow the step-by-step guide for Undergraduate CPPD short courses and Postgraduate CPD short courses. Once you’ve chosen the right programme, follow these steps to complete and submit your application.

If you need help at any point, contact FlexEd@ulster.ac.uk

Application Guidelines

Please  select your Application Guidelines for Undergraduate CPPD and Postgraduate CPD courses.

Undergraduate CPPD Application Guidelines
    1. Click on the Apply Now button.
    1. This will take you to the online application system – if you have never used this system before, please click on First Time user account creation and create an account.
    1. Log into the system and click on New – to create a new application.
    1. Click on Application Type (dropdown box at the bottom of the screen) and choose 'Professional Develop Undergrad‘, then click the Continue button at the bottom of the Application form.
    1. When completing the 'Admission Term', ensure that you choose the correct Academic Year.  The options available are current academic year or the next academic year.
    1. Click the Fill Out Application button and complete your details.
    1. When completing the 'Programme Selection' section of the application, in the first question 'Programme Choice - Please scroll down to select title:Required', please ensure you choose the correct location – the options available for your selection are:   
      • CPPD Modules DL BT PT (choose this option for fully online courses)
      • CPPD Modules Part-time Belfast
      • CPPD Modules Part-time Coleraine
      • CPPD Modules Part-time Derry~Londonderry
    2. In the box beside ‘Please give the title of the short course that you wish to study?’, please type (or copy/paste) the exact title of the short course you wish to apply for.
    1. For the question, ‘Are you applying for a funded place on one of the DfE Skills programmes?’, select No.
    1. Please continue and complete all required sections within the application.
    1. Ensure your application is complete and then submit.
    1. You may need to provide additional documentation.
    1. You will receive a confirmation email that the application has been submitted, please ensure you check your junk mail as well as the inbox of the e-mail address listed on your application.
    1. If you have sent all required information and you have been successful, you will receive an unconditional offer.  You must accept this offer via email and confirm acceptance online to secure your place.
    1. If you have not sent all required information, you will be asked to send outstanding items.  If a place is still available and you have met all requirements, you will receive an unconditional offer.  You must accept this offer via email and confirm acceptance online to secure your place. 

      IMPORTANT: If we have requested additional items, you do not have a guaranteed place. You may lose your space if you do not provide any required information by the deadline supplied in the Request for documentation Email  

    1. Once your place is accepted, you will receive an enrolment email.  You must complete the online enrolment to confirm your place and start your course.

    Please keep an eye on your email Inbox and Spam/Junk folders for these important emails, with details on how to complete registration and online enrolment, to ensure you successfully enrol and receive your student credentials.

    If you have any problems completing the online application or are unsure of any of the required details, please contact us via – FlexEd@ulster.ac.uk

Postgraduate CPD Application Guidelines
    1. Click on the Apply Now button.
    1. This will take you to the online application system – if you have never used this system before, please click on First Time user account creation and create an account.
    1. Log into the system and click on New – to create a new application.
    1. Click on Application Type (dropdown box at the bottom of the screen) and choose 'Professional Develop Postgrad‘, then click the Continue button at the bottom of the Application form.
    1. When completing the 'Admission Term', ensure that you choose the correct Academic Year.  The options available are current academic year or the next academic year.
    1. Click the Fill Out Application button and complete your details.
    1. In the Name section, if you are a current or past Ulster University student please ensure to add in your student number.  If you can’t remember your student number, please write in the textbox that you are a current or past Ulster University student.
    1. When completing the 'Programme Selection' section of the application, in the first question 'Programme Choice - Please scroll down to select title:Required', please ensure you choose the correct location – the options available for your selection are:  
      • PG CPD Modules, DL Part-time Belfast (choose this option for fully online courses)
      • PG CPD Modules, Part-time Belfast
      • PG CPD Modules, Part-time Coleraine
      • PG CPD Modules, Part-time Derry~Londonderry
    2. In the box beside ‘Please give the title of the short course that you wish to study?’, please type (or copy/paste) the exact title of the short course you wish to apply for.
    1. For the question, ‘Are you applying for a funded place on one of the DfE Skills programmes?’, select No.
    1. Please continue and complete all required sections within the application.
    1. Ensure your application is complete and then submit.
    1. You may need to provide additional documentation.
    1. You will receive a confirmation email that the application has been submitted, please ensure you check your junk mail as well as the inbox of the e-mail address listed on your application.
    1. If you have sent all required information and you have been successful, you will receive an unconditional offer.  You must accept this offer via email and confirm acceptance online to secure your place.
    1. If you have not sent all required information, you will be asked to send outstanding items.  If a place is still available and you have met all requirements, you will receive an unconditional offer.  You must accept this offer via email and confirm acceptance online to secure your place. 

      IMPORTANT: If we have requested additional items, you do not have a guaranteed place. You may lose your space if you do not provide any required information by the deadline supplied in the Request for documentation Email  

    2. Once your place is accepted, you will receive an enrolment email.  You must complete the online enrolment to confirm your place and start your course.

    Please keep an eye on your email Inbox and Spam/Junk folders for these important emails, with details on how to complete registration and online enrolment, to ensure you successfully enrol and receive your student credentials.

    If you have any problems completing the online application or are unsure of any of the required details, please contact us via – FlexEd@ulster.ac.uk

Next Steps 

  • Deadlines: Most short courses recommend applying at least 2 weeks before the start date; check the individual course page for specific dates.

To complete your application, you will need to provide:

  • Full contact details
  • Details of any criminal conviction or prosecutions pending (required for certain regulated programmes)
  • Qualifications and award dates
  • Evidence of English language attainment (if English is not your native language)
  • Employment details, including employment history
  • Funding details
  • Referees (contact details for two referees)
  • Personal statement (500 word maximum).

You don’t need to finish in one go — your progress is saved along the way. Use the Application Checklist in the Online Application System to track your progress.

How to apply (Step-by-step)

Step 1 - Start your application

  • First time here? Select First Time User Account Creation to make an account, then log in.
  • Click New to begin a fresh application.
  • If you are applying for more than one course, you need to fully complete an individual application for each course.

Step 2 - Choose the correct Application Type

  • Undergraduate short courses (CPPD): select Professional Develop Undergrad.
  • Postgraduate short courses (CPD): select Professional Develop Postgrad.

Step 3 - Pick your Admission Term

  • Choose the correct Academic Year (current or next) before continuing.

Step 4 - Complete your details

  • Click Fill Out Application and enter your personal information.
  • If you are a current or past Ulster student, add your student number (or note that you’re a current/past student if you can’t recall it).

Step 6 - Review, upload, and submit

  • Complete all required sections; upload any additional documentation requested.
  • Click Application is Complete to submit when finished.

What Happens Next

Confirmation & updates

  • You’ll receive a submission confirmation email — check your inbox and junk/spam folders.

Offers

  • If all information is received and you meet requirements, you’ll get an unconditional offer. Accept via email and confirm acceptance online to secure your place.
  • If information is missing, we’ll request outstanding items. Places are not guaranteed until the required items are received.

Enrolment & starting your course

  • After you accept your place, you’ll receive an enrolment email. Complete online enrolment to confirm your place and begin your course. Keep an eye on your inbox and junk/spam for registration and online enrolment instructions.

Contact

Flexible Education (Short Courses & CPD)
Email: FlexEd@ulster.ac.uk