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When should you do what?

Enter your course start date to see a back-planned timeline from application to arrival. Confirm exact dates on UCAS and GOV.UK.

  1. July 2026
    Research courses & build your shortlist; start English/admissions test prep.
  2. October 2026
    Apply (mid-October deadline for medicine, dentistry, veterinary & Oxbridge).
  3. January 2027
    Apply (late-January deadline for most undergraduate courses); reply to offers.
  4. April 2027
    Meet offer conditions; your university issues your CAS.
  5. May 2027
    Begin holding your financial evidence for the continuous 28-day period.
  6. June 2027
    Apply for the Student visa now (you may apply from up to 6 months before your start date); give biometrics.
  7. August 2027
    Visa decision; book travel and accommodation; arrive (within your visa start date).

An indicative back-planned timeline — exact UCAS deadlines, processing times and visa rules change, so always confirm current dates on UCAS and GOV.UK. Study UK Now builds your real, country-specific timeline so nothing slips.

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