September Intake
(Autumn/Fall) |
- Primary Intake: This is the most popular intake for UK universities, with the majority of courses.
- Advantages: More course options, scholarship opportunities, and activities, as this is the main academic start for the year.
| Typically between January and June of the same year, though deadlines vary widely by course and university. For highly competitive programs (e.g., medicine, dentistry, and some art and design courses), deadlines can be as early as October of the previous year. |
January Intake
(Winter/Spring) |
- Secondary Intake: Fewer programs are available compared to September, but many universities offer a good selection, especially in business, engineering, and computing fields.
- Advantages: Suitable for students who need more time to prepare or missed the September intake, with sufficient course options still available.
| Generally from June to November of the previous year. |
May Intake
(Summer) |
- Least Common: Offered by only a few universities and generally limited to select courses, especially in areas like business, IT, and specific short courses.
- Advantages: Provides flexibility for students interested in starting mid-year but offers a limited selection of programs and universities.
| Typically from January to April of the same year. |
