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September Intake to Study in the UK: Timeline, Courses, University's Requirements
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Planning to apply for September 2023 intake in the UK but don’t know where to start from? Check out the blog below for detailed information on September intake, including deadlines, admission requirements and courses offered by top universities.
The UK has undoubtedly remained a popular study destination among international students. The country houses some of the world’s oldest academic institutes, having their roots in the 12th and 13th centuries. With its prestigious universities and colleges, high-quality education and innovative learning approach, the academic experiences one gets while studying in the UK are hard to beat.
Students planning to study in the UK should note that the country accepts admissions for three intakes: September (Fall), January (Winter), and May (Summer). Among all the intakes, September is the most preferred intake by international students as most universities and colleges accept admissions for this session and offer a wide variety of courses.
Below is a detailed description of the timeline for September intake, including types of intakes and popular universities accepting admissions for this intake.
A quick overview of the UK intakes:
Intakes | Intake Duration | Application Commencement |
September | September to December | December-July |
January | January to April | September-November |
May | May to August | October-November |
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for UK Universities September Intake:
Following are the steps to apply for education in the UK:
•Begin the process by scheduling a counselling session with an expert counsellor who can help search and shortlist the university/program that best suits the candidate's profile.
•Visit the university website, check out the application requirements, tuition fees, deadlines, etc., of the chosen university/program, and proceed accordingly.
•Prepare for required standardized tests such as GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL, UKCAT, etc., based on the course guidelines.
•Send the application to the admission department of the shortlisted institute by highlighting the strengths and other achievements.
•Draft SOP and essays carefully, as these play a crucial role in profile selection.
•Wait for the university email and reply as soon as these are received.
•Upon receiving the acceptance letter, pay a non-refundable deposit to confirm the admission.
•Search and apply for scholarships or other financial assistance if the institute offers.
•Apply for a student loan and start the paperwork for the student visa.
•After receiving the visa, book airline tickets and arrange for an international debit/credit card.
•Make sure to take the original and copies of the required documents before travelling.
Timeline for September Intake UK 2023:
Follow the table to know the list of things required to complete the application process for study in the UK in September 2023:
Timeline | Activity |
April – September 2022 | Search and shortlist universities offering programs of choice based on their admission requirements and deadlines |
June – December 2022 | Prepare for the standardized tests i.e. entrance tests or English proficiency tests |
August – December 2022 | Gather other necessary application documents i.e. SOP, LOR, marksheets, CV, etc. |
December 2022 – April 2023 | Apply to the preferred universities by submitting their duly filled application forms. |
April – July 2023 | After receiving the offer letter, apply for the UK Student Visa and arrange finances. |
July – August 2023 | Plan the travel |
Note: International students' application deadline and admission requirements vary from institute to institute. Hence, it is suggested to check the official website of the chosen institute before applying for admission.
Popular UK Universities Offering Admissions for September 2023 Intake
Below is the list of some of the renowned undergraduate courses for international students in the UK for the September intake:
University Name | Popular Undergraduate Courses |
University of Wolverhampton | •MSc Computing •MSc Biomedical Science •Master of public health •B.A. Accounting and Finance (Hons) •B.A. Criminology and Criminal Justice and Law (Hons) •Bachelors Information Technology |
University of Strathclyde | •MSc Biomedical Engineering •MSc Advanced Naval Architecture •Master Of Science In International Human Resource Management •MSc Biomedical Engineering |
Heriot-Watt University | •Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) •Msc Artificial Intelligence •Master Of Science In Data Science •MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy •MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management |
University of Bolton | •BA(Hons) Business management •BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronics Engineering •BEng (Hons) Biomedical Engineering •MSc Cloud and Network Security •MA Early Childhood Studies |
University of Buckingham | •MB ChB (medicine) •LLB Law •MSc Strategic Marketing & Customer Experience Management |
University of Birmingham | •MSc Clinical Trials •MSc International Business •BSc Business Management |
University of Bristol | •MSC WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL Management •BSc Neuroscience •MSc Economics |
University of Chester | •Cardiovascular Disease MSc •Events Management and International Tourism Management BA (Hons) •MSc Digital Marketing |
University of Liverpool | •MA International Relations and Security •MSC Operations and Supply Chain Management •MSc in Big Data and High Performance Computing •MA Archaeology |
University of Nottingham | •MSc Biotechnology •MSc Information Systems and operation management •MSC Human Computer interaction |
Things to Keep in Mind for a Successful Application:
1.Choose the course and university wisely. Applying for programs that best match a student’s potential is a tedious task requiring research. So it is important to start the process early.
2.Carefully make a list of all the necessary documents required in the process and gather them in the given time.
3.Timely prepare and attempt the tests required for application, such as English proficiency tests or entrance tests.
4.Spend time framing the most authentic Statement of Purpose (SOP) and Letter of Recommendation. Writing a plagiarized personal statement may lead to rejection of the application.
5.Customize the personal statement as per the requirements of the applied institute and carefully check the information provided in the application before submitting.
6.Apply for scholarships based on the profile to reduce the financial burden.
Documents Required to Study in the UK
In order to apply for education in the UK, international students are required to submit documents based on the requirements of the institute they choose to apply for. However, there are a few standard documents that every student has to submit, such as:
Undergraduate
•Passport
•Academic Transcripts
•Certificate of Graduation
•Certificate of English Proficiency- IELTS/TOEFL/PTE
•Statement of Purpose
•Letter of Recommendation
•CV (if applicable)
Postgraduate
•Certificate of Graduation/ Bachelor’s Degree
PhD/ Research
•Certificate of Graduation/ Master’s Degree
•Research Proposal
Reasons Why Fall Intake is Popular to Study in the UK
September is considered to be the primary intake for the majority of UK universities. International students apply for this intake as they get to choose from a wide range of courses. Students applying for this intake also get the advantage of the availability of more scholarships and internship opportunities.
Note: Since September is a popular intake, students planning to study in the UK are suggested to make the application well in time.
To know more about the courses available in this intake, click here.
FAQS
The admission requirements of every university in the UK differ in one way or another, however, some of the typical requirements are:
•Academic certificates of previously attended courses.
•Proof of English language proficiency.
It is suggested to start the application process for September intake in the UK a year prior. The deadline for universities accepting admissions for Fall intake is somewhere between February and April of the same year.
Before making an application to UK universities, it is important to have the test scores ready along with the required documents and finances that are sufficient to support the expenses. Students should also do some research on accommodation.
Out of all the intakes, September intake is the most popular intake as all the undergraduate and postgraduate courses and available in this session.
Students with a study gap of not more than 2 years can apply to any UK university for a bachelor’s degree.
Some of the top popular courses to study in the UK are:
Law
MBBS
Engineering
MBA and MIM
Computer Science
Fashion and Interior designing
Architecture and Construction Management
Finance, International Business and Accounting
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