University Intakes in the UK

Studying abroad in the UK is one of the best ways for prospective study abroad students to acquire global skills and open up professional opportunities. It is life-changing for many students because it introduces them to new cultures, promotes understanding and enables them to have access to other people and build relationships.

Study abroad in the UK and achieve quality education, health benefits, post-study work permit, opportunity to explore other countries, shorter course duration and much more. Expose yourself by studying in the UK and thinking more creatively and flexibly to gain great career fields and achieve your life goal.

However, for a student who wants to study abroad in the UK, the first thing they should look into is the university intake, as getting an education in the UK requires strategic planning and without this planning, the student may get rejected and lose all of the benefits.

Avoid rush hour and missing out on the university application deadline by beginning your application process early, according to the university intake of your choice.

UK universities offer three intakes which are:

September Intake
January Intake
May Intake

SEPTEMBER INTAKE

This intake is the Primary Intake for universities in the UK, it begins in September and runs till December. September is the most popular intake for international students due to the following reasons:

A wide variety of courses are offered.
Gives students enough time to familiarize themselves with the environment and other conditions.
Greater opportunities for funding such as scholarships.
UK has the largest number of internship opportunities.
Greater number of applicants
The UK has the most competitive compared to other European countries.

The application deadline for the September intake is July. Meaning that by July universities in the UK stop accepting applications for students with the intent to study for the September intake. Within the periods of March, April, May and June international students are expected to complete the Admission/ Visa process.

JANUARY INTAKE

This intake is the Secondary intake for universities in the UK, it begins in January and runs till May, students who missed the September intake will get the chance to apply for the January intake.

Students with the intention to go for the January intake should be aware of the following features and benefits.

Does not offer as many courses as the September intake
A greater chance of getting an offer
The number of international applications during this period is less, compared to the September Intake because of the winter climate
A student gets more time to work on their application if they miss the September

The application deadline for the January intake is September/October. Meaning that by October universities in the UK stop accepting applications for International students with the intent to study for the January Intake.

Within the periods of June, July, August and September, students are expected to complete the Admission/ Visa process and await their departure dates for their studies in the UK.

MAY INTAKE

This intake is the least preferred university intake in the UK, it begins in May and runs till August

For students with the intentions to go for their studies during the May intake, they should be aware of the following advantage and disadvantages:

It is offered by a few universities
It has the least options of courses
During this period students prefer to take a spring break than go to classes
The number of international applicants is very small
Competition is the least intense during the May Intake
There is an enhanced chance of getting an offer

THE BEST INTAKE FOR YOU

A handful of UK universities offer a good number of both undergraduate and postgraduate courses during September Intake, therefore the September intake is undeniably the most popular among international students. However, it will be unwise not to explore your options for January and May intake, especially if you need more time to work on your application.

A student who wishes to know the best university intake for their studies in the UK should make a decision based on the following:

Past academic performance
Test scores
The university and preferred course
Availability for the course
The acceptance rate of the Intakes and university of choice (the rate at which applicants are accepted.).

REQUIREMENTS NEEDED BEFORE THE START OF A UNIVERSITY INTAKE

A student who wishes to study in the UK is expected to complete their application/visa processes within a time frame of 4 to 5 months, before the application deadline of the university intake of their choice.

The application and UK student visa requirements are as follows

Application Requirements

Gather all the documents needed
Apply for a university in the UK at our agency
Write an English Level Test if required.
Payment of Tuition deposit and provision of the bank statement
Apply for a CAS (Confirmation for Acceptance of studies) and fill out the pre CAS form

Visa Requirements

Run a Tuberculosis test
Pay for IHS and Visa fee
Prepare and attend the UK student visa interview

Contact our counsellors today! for detailed information on the different university intakes in the UK and also get guidelines on how to go about your application and visa process.

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