{"id":233199,"date":"2025-02-11T08:28:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T08:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gostudyin.com\/uk\/study-info\/january-entry\/"},"modified":"2026-10-26T08:14:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T08:14:30","slug":"january-entry","status":"publish","type":"gsi_study_info","link":"https:\/\/gostudyin.com\/uk\/study-in-uk\/study-info\/january-entry\/","title":{"rendered":"January Intake in the UK 2027: Universities, Deadlines & How to Apply"},"content":{"rendered":"

The January intake is the UK’s second-largest academic intake for international students after September. Over 80 UK universities are open for January 2027 entry, offering more than 5,000 foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses.<\/p>\n

Most January 2027 courses start in mid to late January 2027, and most university application deadlines fall between mid-November and mid-December 2026, though some close earlier. Postgraduate taught courses make up the bulk of January options, with fewer undergraduate starts available.<\/p>\n

If you’re applying now, shortlist courses that still have places, submit your application as early as possible, and get your visa funds ready so you can apply for your Student visa as soon as you receive your CAS.<\/p>\n

Secure Your January 2027 Place Today<\/a><\/div>\n
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January Intake in the UK: Overview<\/h2>\n

The January intake is offered to students who may have missed the September deadline for personal reasons, or who prefer more time to explore their options and fine-tune their applications. It provides almost all the same educational opportunities as September, the main difference is that some universities don’t offer their entire course list for the January round.<\/p>\n

Here’s what to consider when choosing between intakes:<\/p>\n

Intake Type<\/h3>\n

September is the primary intake with the highest number of students, beginning in autumn. January is the second most popular option, starting in winter. May, the smallest intake, begins in spring and suits far fewer courses.<\/p>\n

Key Months<\/h3>\n

UK universities typically split the academic year into two semesters, each divided into terms, with breaks between semesters and shorter reading breaks within terms. Here are the key months for each intake:<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Intake<\/th>\nDuration<\/th>\nTypical Application Window<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
September intake<\/td>\nSeptember to December<\/td>\nAutumn the year before to summer of entry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
January intake<\/td>\nJanuary to April<\/td>\nSpring to December of the preceding year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May intake<\/td>\nMay to August<\/td>\nAutumn to winter of the preceding year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Choice of Courses<\/h3>\n

Fewer courses run in January than September, but some universities offer specialised courses only available for this intake, so it’s worth checking course pages directly rather than assuming availability.<\/p>\n

Acceptance Rate<\/h3>\n

Acceptance rates depend heavily on the course and university, but the January intake generally sees fewer applicants per place than September, which can work in your favour.<\/p>\n

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UK Universities With a January 2027 Intake<\/h2>\n

The table below shows a selection of StudyIn partner universities taking international applications for January 2027. Deadlines apply to standard courses, and individual courses can close earlier if they fill up, so treat these dates as the latest point to apply rather than a target.<\/p>\n

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University<\/th>\nJanuary 2027 Courses<\/th>\nApplication Deadline<\/th>\nKey Entry Requirements<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Brunel University of London<\/a><\/td>\nPostgraduate taught and MRes courses<\/td>\nOpen, apply by 13th November 2026 (recommended)<\/td>\nBachelor’s degree, typically a UK 2:2 or equivalent, plus English proficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coventry University<\/a><\/td>\nTaught postgraduate courses<\/td>\nOpen, rolling until courses fill<\/td>\nBachelor’s degree, typically a UK 2:2 or equivalent, plus English proficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
University of Hertfordshire<\/a><\/td>\nSelected postgraduate courses, including MBA, business, computer science, data science and cyber security<\/td>\nOpen, closes 27th November 2026<\/td>\nBachelor’s degree, typically a UK 2:2 or equivalent, plus English proficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
University of East London<\/a><\/td>\nSelected courses across multiple subjects<\/td>\nOpen, closes 27th November 2026<\/td>\nCourse-specific academic requirements plus English proficiency; pre-CAS interview required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sheffield Hallam University<\/a><\/td>\nSelected postgraduate taught courses, such as MSc International Business Management<\/td>\nOpen, closes end of November 2026<\/td>\nBachelor’s degree, typically a UK 2:2 or equivalent, plus English proficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kingston University<\/a><\/td>\nSelected postgraduate taught courses<\/td>\nOpen, closes 11th December 2026<\/td>\nBachelor’s degree, typically a UK 2:2 or equivalent, plus English proficiency; pre-CAS interview for some nationalities<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nottingham Trent University<\/a><\/td>\nMaster’s courses in business and management, science, computing and engineering<\/td>\nOpen, apply early as places are limited<\/td>\nBachelor’s degree, typically a UK 2:2 or equivalent, plus English proficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Entry requirements vary by course, and many universities also accept TOEFL, PTE or their own English tests in place of IELTS. A StudyIn counsellor can confirm whether your preferred course still has January places before you apply.<\/p>\n

See London Universities With January Intake<\/a><\/div>\n
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Can I Still Apply for January 2027 Intake in the UK?<\/h2>\n

Yes, if you act quickly. As of late October 2026, many UK universities are still accepting applications for January 2027, but most will close between mid-November and mid-December 2026, and popular courses can fill before their official deadline. Brunel University of London recommends applying by 13th November 2026, the University of East London closes on 27th November 2026, and Kingston University closes on 11th December 2026.<\/p>\n

Undergraduate options are more limited than postgraduate ones, so if you’re applying for a bachelor’s degree, check course availability first. If you’re applying between October and December 2026, follow these steps:<\/p>\n