Do application forms have to be handwritten?

When you are filling out an application form, does it have to be hand written? Can you type them off and print them?

For a university undergraduate course, you normally apply through UCAS which is all done electronically; you won't even need to print anything unless for your own records. For a job application or postgrad course application, you can normally download the forms as a Word document and type them, then either email them off or print them to send via snail mail. I think typed applications are preferred these days as it saves tutors/employers struggling with reading people's handwriting. Unless, of course you're applying for an MA in Calligraphy!

But if you do type in your application form, how are you supposed to sign your signature at the end?

I'm cheeky and email it to myself at work where I have an electronic signature I can insert lol.

Seriously though, most jobs or courses that require a signature on your application form will get it from you at interview or enrolment. UCAS forms do not require a signature.