The January intake is the UK's second-largest intake, with many universities offering foundation years and bachelor's degrees in business, computing, engineering and more. It's an excellent option for Class 12 students and graduates who missed September or need extra time to prepare their IELTS.
Key deadlines
Most universities close applications between October and November for January starts. Some accept applications until early December, but CAS issuance and visa processing need time, so apply early.
- Apply: by end of October
- Accept offer & pay deposit: November
- CAS & visa: November – December
- Arrive: early-mid January
Popular courses
For bachelor's: Foundation Year, BSc Computer Science and BA Business. For master's: MSc Data Science, MSc Project Management and MSc Computer Science.
How Westfield can help
We can help you shortlist universities that still accept January applications and plan your timeline. Book a free counselling session to get started.
Written by the Westfield team
Rules, fees and deadlines change often. Always confirm the latest details with the university or official government website.
