UK universities typically offer two major intakes, in the Autumn and Winter. Some also offer a third, generally shorter intake in the spring or summer. Have a look at the UK intake seasons below.
| September/October | Autumn/Fall Intake | Biggest intake of the year:Most number of universities offering the most seats for their programs |
| July | Winter Intake | Second biggest intake of the year:Best option for those who miss the Autumn intake |
| Intake | Deadline | When to apply |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (Jan/Feb) | Regular Application | Between October and February |
| Semester 1 (Jan/Feb) | Rolling Admissions | Accepts applications year-round if spots are available |
| Semester 2 (Sep/Oct) | Regular Application | Between February and May |
| Semester 2 (Sep/Oct) | Regular Application | Between February and May |
| Semester 2 (Sep/Oct) | Rolling Admissions | Accepts applications year-round if spots are available |
| Additional Intakes (Apr/May) | Depends on the university | Depends on the university |
If you are applying through UCAS, you will need to know and follow the UCAS deadlines. For the 2024 academic year, these are:
- 16 October 2023 – for applications to programs in medicine, dentistry or veterinary science/medicine
- 31 January 2024 – for all other program