How to apply
Study abroad in 5 simple steps. Follow the steps below to apply and start your international study journey.
Start your application
Support with your application
We’re here to give you the best study abroad experience – starting from the moment you apply. Our support starts before you leave home and continues until you arrive on campus.
Personalised support from application to arrival
Our dedicated Enrolment Support Officers are your main point of contact throughout the process. Based around the world, they offer free, expert advice in multiple languages – including Arabic and more.
When you apply directly to us, you’ll get:
specialist advice on every stage of your application
help preparing and submitting your documents
guidance with your visa application
support with payments and booking accommodation
access to virtual and in-person information sessions.
We make applying simple and stress-free, so you can focus on getting ready for your studies.
You can also apply through a local education counsellor. The’ll support you in your country and language.
Find your local education counsellor.
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Your application questions, answered
What kind of offer could I receive?
Once you’ve submitted your application form, you could receive one of the following offers:
There are no conditions you need to meet to secure your place on your chosen programme.
You need to meet certain conditions, such as academic and English language requirements, to secure your place. Your specific conditions will vary depending on your programme type, subject, university and study length. You'll find full details in your offer letter.
What conditions might I need to meet before I can accept my offer?
Your offer letter will include full details of any conditions you must meet, such as:
While our programmes will equip you with the academic skills you need to excel at university, you’ll need a certain amount of previous education to study with us.
This usually involves completion of education for a specified length of time or to a required study level, such as a high school diploma or undergraduate degree.
Some offers may contain a link to attend a self-recorded interview. This is a condition sometimes set by our visa team. You'll need to record answers to up to 15 questions about your planned studies in the UK.
If the self-recorded interview is mentioned in your offer letter, it is compulsory. Your application won't move past the offer stage unless you complete and pass this interview.
Each programme has a required level of English, which is assessed using a range of approved tests.
Depending on the type of programme you’ve applied for, you may need to take a Secure English Language Test such as IELTS. For some programmes, such as our iCAS options, alternative English language tests may be accepted.
If you don’t meet the English language requirement for your desired pathway programme, don’t worry – we offer a range of programmes to help you boost your score.
When is the deadline for accepting my place?
The International Study Centre can accept students right up until the programme begins, but we recommend accepting your place as soon as you can to avoid missing out.
Expert guidance every step of the way
We offer expert support from application to graduation – so your access to our dedicated services starts now. Get in touch to ask any further questions or for help with any aspect of your application.
Understanding your offer
Learn about each part of your offer of study – and what to do once you’ve received it.
How to pay
This helpful video guides you through the process of paying your fees in easy-to-understand terms.
Visa support
Discover everything you need to know about applying for a visa to study abroad.