How to apply for undergraduate courses
Discover everything you need to know to complete your university application. Our guide will help you to understand the process, including key dates, supporting you at every stage of your journey.
Getting started
Make sure you've got all the info you need to start your application.
Explore our courses, where you’ll find a wide range of subject options. You can also chat to our admissions team, who’ll be happy to help you with any questions about your chosen course or the application process.
Most of our courses start in September, but some courses also run in January.
Application routes for different courses
Professional programmes
- For nursing, midwifery and social work courses, you can apply via UCAS
- For teacher training courses, you need to apply via DfE
Information and advice around the shortlisting process and preparing for interviews can be found on the relevant course pages.
Arts and Creative Industries courses
Make sure to read our information about creating your portfolio.
Deferred entry
Apply via UCAS and select deferred entry.
Transferring from another university
- For full time courses, apply via UCAS
- For part-time courses, apply directly through our online portal
Application dates and deadlines
For undergraduate courses starting in September 2026 (including foundation degrees and deferred applications), you have from 3 September until 14 January 2026 (the UCAS equal consideration deadline) to submit your application. Universities must consider all applications received by this date equally, and do not have to consider applications received after the deadline.
Applications should be with UCAS by one of these dates – depending on what courses you apply for.
Key dates
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14 January
Equal consideration deadline for applications for most undergraduate courses.
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26 February
UCAS Extra opens. If you've used all five choices and are not holding any offers, you may be able to add another choice to your application (more info below).
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30 June
Deadline for applications for undergraduate courses to be sent to universities.
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1 July
Last day to add an extra choice to your application.
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2 July
Clearing opens (more info below).
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19 October
Last date to add a Clearing choice.
The application process: What you need to know
For a full-time undergraduate course in the UK, you need to apply through UCAS. It's important to remember the following:
- The application fee for 2026 entry is £28.95 for up to five choices.
- The deadline to apply for most courses is 14 January.
- Our institution code is M80.
- Our individual course code can be found on our course pages.
- You will need to supply your personal details, contact information, educational history and references.
- You will need to complete a personal statement.
- You may also need to supply supporting documents such as transcripts, certificates, portfolios where relevant.
After you've applied
If you have applied via UCAS, you can check the status or accept your offer in your UCAS hub.
If you have applied directly to us, you can check the status of your offer, upload supporting documents and accept your offer via our online applicant portal.