How to Apply for Fall Intake Universities in UK

Undoubtedly, the UK is one of the most preferred study-abroad destinations for international students. It is home to some of the most prominent universities in the world. A practical approach to teaching, a wide range of course options, a huge career prospectus, and 2 years of PSW attract many international students to study in UK. Moreover, studying in the UK also offers students the opportunity to experience the country's rich history and diverse culture, from its famous landmarks to its vibrant cities. Students who are willing to apply in 2023 may enrol in the upcoming intake, i.e., Fall intake.

Majorly, there are two intakes in UK, i.e., Spring, which starts in the month of January, and another Fall, which starts in the month of September. Whereas few universities also offer a third intake, i.e., Summer in the month of May. The application deadline for all three intakes is mentioned below.

The process of applying to universities in UK for the fall intake typically involves the following steps:

• Research: Start by researching the universities which are offering courses and programs you are interested in and ensure that they fall within your budget. Students are advised to shortlist at least 3 to 4 universities.

• Collect your academic documents: As soon as you shortlist UK universities, you must check the eligibility criteria and collect all your previous academic documents and other documents required to apply to that university.

• Personal Statement: Write a personal statement that highlights your motivations for studying your chosen subject and why you're a suitable candidate for the program.

• References: Obtain two references from teachers or academic advisors who can vouch for your academic abilities and achievements.

• Tests: Take any necessary entrance exams, such as the IELTS (for non-native English speakers), and include the results in your application. Some UK universities may also require standardised admission tests scores such as GRE, GMAT, and LSAT for a few business or engineering courses.

• Make an Application: After preparing all these documents, apply in your shortlisted universities for your preferred course. Make sure you attach all the necessary documents with your application.

• Wait for a response: After submitting, you will have to wait for universities to review your application and offer you a place or not. If your profile is strong, universities will definitely send you an offer letter.  

• Apply for the visa: As soon as you receive your offer letter, you have to apply for a UK student visa through an online portal.

• Fill out the online visa application form: Fill out the application form, pay the visa fee, and book an appointment at a visa application centre.

• Attend Biometrics: Attend an appointment at a visa application centre to provide biometric information, such as fingerprints and a digital photo.

• Submit Supporting Documents: Submit your supporting documents at the visa application center or by post.

• Wait for a decision: The visa processing time varies, but you should typically receive a decision within three weeks.

• Receive Visa: If your visa is approved, you will receive your visa vignette (sticker) in your passport or a decision letter.

• Book your flight tickets and start your study abroad journey to the UK.

For a smooth process and to increase the chances of an offer letter, international students must stick to the timeline mentioned below:

Some of the benefits of applying for Fall intake in UK are mentioned below:

• Almost all UK universities accept international students' applications for all the courses. This is a great opportunity for international students as they can apply for whatever course they wish.

• September intake is also known as primary intake in UK. So, during this intake, there is the highest number of seat availability. More the number of seats increased the chances of getting an offer letter from the universities.

• Starting studies in the Fall can provide students with more time to engage in extracurricular activities, internships, and work experience opportunities that can enhance their employability after graduation.

While applying to UK universities, international students require various academic as well personal documents. Some of the important documents required to apply in UK universities are mentioned below.

• Academic transcripts of all previous qualification (10^th, 12^th, and bachelor’s)

• English proficiency test score (IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE/ Duolingo)

• SOP

• 2 LORs (one from a previous education institute and the rest from your work organisation)

• Work experience certificate (if required)

• Update CV/resume

• Passport

Some of the top universities in UK for international students applying in Fall intake are mentioned below. You can find a wide range of course options in the universities below.

• Oxford University

• Cambridge University

• Kings College London

• Queen Mary University of London

• University of Exeter

• University East London

• Coventry University

• Brunel University

• Aston University

• University of Portsmouth

• Birmingham City University

• University of Leeds

• University of Bradford

• Kingston University

• University of Hertfordshire

Q: How many intakes are there in the UK for international students?
A: Most UK universities offer two intakes for international students, i.e., Spring (January) and Fall (September). However, few universities also offer Summer (May) intake.

Q: What is the fall intake UK 2023 deadline for international students?
A: The application deadline for Fall intake varies from university to university and course to course. However, most universities close their applications by the end of June.

Q: When to apply for Fall intake in UK?
A: To increase the chances of an offer letter from the university and for a smooth process, international students are advised to start applying in the month of January.

Moreover, if you are planning to study in UK in the upcoming intake, i.e., September 2023, contact our expert counsellors at any branch of Meridean Overseas Education Consultants (MOEC). You can also take free online counselling sessions through our website. Our expert education counsellors will provide you with the best guidance and support for the admission and visa process. For more information or any queries, you can mail us at application02@meridean.org or call us at our toll-free no. 1800-1230-00011.