Zero offers still

I’m applying for architecture and I submitted my ucas back in early December and my chosen courses, except one which is Bath, need a portfolio (Cardiff, Nottingham, Loughborough, Reading) which I have also submitted all quite a while ago too. I’m getting anxious because I haven’t heard back from any unis for a while and have been hearing about others who applied for the same courses get offers already. I’m thinking that it’s because I’m not a top student (only predicted AAA) and don’t take A level art (maths, physics and economics) but I do qualify for contextual offers from some like Bath because I have an A* EPQ. I’m also doubting my portfolio because I did the entire of it by myself without any support from art teachers so I fear it’s behind the standard they want.
I’d appreciate any advice

Have you looked into/applied for some Foundation Diploma in Art & Design courses as a backup option? That’s a great way to boost your creative skills and your portfolio as well as gaining an additional recognised qualification. Excellent preparation for studying architecture at top universities, especially if you haven’t studied art/design at A level.

There’s and FAQ thread at the top of the art and design forum

I’m applying for architecture and I submitted my ucas back in early December and my chosen courses, except one which is Bath, need a portfolio (Cardiff, Nottingham, Loughborough, Reading) which I have also submitted all quite a while ago too. I’m getting anxious because I haven’t heard back from any unis for a while and have been hearing about others who applied for the same courses get offers already. I’m thinking that it’s because I’m not a top student (only predicted AAA) and don’t take A level art (maths, physics and economics) but I do qualify for contextual offers from some like Bath because I have an A* EPQ. I’m also doubting my portfolio because I did the entire of it by myself without any support from art teachers so I fear it’s behind the standard they want.
I’d appreciate any advice

Hey ! Dont worry it isn't about grades I have AAB for eg. and have had all my offers back bc I applied really early, they will be having an influx of submissions as it nears the deadline, Dont worry, you'll be completely okay <3333

I’m applying for architecture and I submitted my ucas back in early December and my chosen courses, except one which is Bath, need a portfolio (Cardiff, Nottingham, Loughborough, Reading) which I have also submitted all quite a while ago too. I’m getting anxious because I haven’t heard back from any unis for a while and have been hearing about others who applied for the same courses get offers already. I’m thinking that it’s because I’m not a top student (only predicted AAA) and don’t take A level art (maths, physics and economics) but I do qualify for contextual offers from some like Bath because I have an A* EPQ. I’m also doubting my portfolio because I did the entire of it by myself without any support from art teachers so I fear it’s behind the standard they want.
I’d appreciate any advice

Edit: Got an offer from my first choice right after the deadline

I’m applying for architecture and I submitted my ucas back in early December and my chosen courses, except one which is Bath, need a portfolio (Cardiff, Nottingham, Loughborough, Reading) which I have also submitted all quite a while ago too. I’m getting anxious because I haven’t heard back from any unis for a while and have been hearing about others who applied for the same courses get offers already. I’m thinking that it’s because I’m not a top student (only predicted AAA) and don’t take A level art (maths, physics and economics) but I do qualify for contextual offers from some like Bath because I have an A* EPQ. I’m also doubting my portfolio because I did the entire of it by myself without any support from art teachers so I fear it’s behind the standard they want.
I’d appreciate any advice

Edit: Got an offer from my first choice right after the deadline

Hi, have you heard any more? It’s long waiting isn’t it!! Waiting on Cardiff, ucl, Loughborough. Manchester and Sheffield still!!
Had an interview at Loughborough but not heard anything back yet.

Dont give up hope. No rejection yet!

Hey could I ask about the timelines from applying to hearing bout the interview for lboro? I applied just before Christmas and still haven’t heard back…

heyy, ive gotten an offer from 3 of my choices including nottingham which is my top but still waiting on Cardiff and UAL

Hi, have you heard any more? It’s long waiting isn’t it!! Waiting on Cardiff, ucl, Loughborough. Manchester and Sheffield still!!
Had an interview at Loughborough but not heard anything back yet.

Dont give up hope. No rejection yet!

Hi Tilly
Congrats on your offer! Where is it for? Just FYI my daughter is predicted A*AA and has applied to 3 of your choices for Architecture (Reading, Nott and Bath) and has only heard (got offer) from Reading so far. It must be very time consuming to go through all those portfolios! I know from previous years that Bath has been very slow in other subjects. Good luck - AAA are fabulous grades (nothing 'only' about that!) and you would certainly be a top student if you got those, so don't worry!