How to apply as an international student
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.

Applications for January and September 2024 are open.
Please note that the deadline for September 2023 applications has passed.
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.

Applications for January and September 2024 are open.
Please note that the deadline for September 2023 applications has passed.
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.

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.
Important dates for international applicants
Please view our admission deadlines for international applicants below:
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Application deadline 30 November 2023 Deposit deadline 7 December 2023 CAS Production deadline 15 December 2023 Scroll or swipe on small screens to see all table columns
Application deadline
15 July 2024 Deposit deadline 9 August 2024 CAS Production deadline 23 August 2024
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English 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.
Bursaries and scholarships
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.