UK application process
We’ve made applying to a UK university simple. All you need to do is follow the steps below to start your journey to studying abroad in the UK.
How to apply
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- Unconditional: there are no conditions you need to meet, or extra documents you need to send.
- Conditional: you need to meet certain conditions, and/or send extra documents, so we can fully accept your application and you can apply for a visa.
Document checklist
For a complete application, you need to send a few extra documents with your application form. These include:
If you’d like some extra support with this process in your home country, we can recommend a trusted local Education Agent.
Support at every step
You don’t need to feel nervous about applying. We are here to help and, no matter your educational background, we will support you in finding a study option that suits you.
Additional support
For under-18s
You’ll need a legal guardian while you study in the UK, until you reach 18 years old. When you receive your study offer, we can help arrange this through a trusted service.
What does a guardian do?
Your guardian will act as a 24/7 emergency contact for you. They will be in frequent contact with you by phone and email. They will also be a point of contact for your parents and the College, if needed.
For students with medical conditions or a disability
If you have a medical condition or disability, it’s important to let us know as soon as possible so that we can ensure you get the support you need. This allows us to have measures in place when you start your studies.
You can inform us by completing the Medical Conditions and Disability Disclosure form linked on your offer letter. Anything you tell us will be treated as confidential, and we’ll only share your information with people who need to know.
Important dates
There are multiple intakes each year, giving you the flexibility to decide when to start your pathway course. We recommend that you apply at least a few months in advance of when you want to start, so that you have enough time to arrange your visa and accommodation.
We also recommend that you enrol on the first day of your intake, or as close to this as possible, to take full advantage of Welcome Week or orientation activities before teaching starts. We do, however, have flexible enrolment periods for students who arrive a little later.
Spring 2025 intake
| Date | What’s happening? |
| 2 January | Start of enrolment for January 2025 intake for Kaplan digital pathway courses (until 20 January) |
| 6 January | Start of enrolment for main Spring 2025 intake at most UK colleges (until 3 February) |
| 6 January | Start of enrolment for Spring 2025 intake at the University of York International Pathway College (until 20 January) |
| 17 February | Start of enrolment for mid-Spring 2025 intake for Kaplan digital pathway courses (until 10 March) |
| 24 February | Start of enrolment for mid-Spring 2025 intake at most UK colleges (until 17 March) |
| 22 April | Start of enrolment for final Spring 2025 intake at most UK colleges (until 12 May) |
Summer 2025 intake
| Date | What’s happening? |
| 2 June | Start of enrolment for June 2025 intake at all participating UK colleges (until 23 June) |
| 14 July | Start of enrolment for July 2025 intake at all participating UK colleges (until 4 August) |
Still have questions?
You can take a look at our FAQs page for a comprehensive list of common questions about the admissions process.
