How to apply as an international student

International students

Are you an international student thinking about studying at a UK university? See our information about how to apply, including entry requirements, the visa process, and bursaries and scholarships.

Expert advice for international students

If you’re an international student looking to study in the UK, contact the representative in your country for advice. They will be available to offer expert advice, guidance and support to help you with your application.

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How to apply for an undergraduate course in the UK

If you’re from outside the UK and want to study with us, you can make your application one of two ways – either via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) or via our online applications portal.

Before submitting your application, you should first check the specific entry requirements for the course in relation to your home country or place of study, as well as the English language requirements, to ensure you are eligible.

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How to apply for a postgraduate course in the UK

If you're looking to start your postgraduate application and you're from outside the UK, you can apply for our postgraduate courses via our online application portal. You’ll simply need to create an account and work through the application steps as indicated.

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How to apply for postgraduate research in the UK

We have an established research reputation in a wide range of academic disciplines and on completion of your research degree, you should be in a very strong position for pursuing your chosen career.

Find out more about how to apply for postgraduate research in the UK

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English language entry requirements

We accept a range of English language qualifications including IELTS, TOEFL and Pearson Test of English. We can also accept some country specific qualifications. What we can accept as proof of English language level can vary depending on level of study and sometimes the course. 

Important dates for international applicants

Please view our admission deadlines for international applicants below:

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Visa advice

Find out whether you need a visa, how to apply, and what documents you may need.

English language entry requirements

Looking for the English language requirements for international students? Take a look at the English qualification requirements you would need to study at the University of Central Lancashire.

Scholarships and bursaries

We believe that opportunity creates success, and that’s why we offer a range of attractive bursaries, scholarships, funds and discounts to our prospective students to give them a helping hand along the way.