How to apply as an international student

Follow the steps below to help you through your journey.

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Follow the steps below to help you through your journey.

How to apply as an international student

1. Making the right choice

Ways to apply:

2. Filling in your application

  • Top tips for writing a great personal statement

  • More guidance when applying as an international student

3. Receiving your offer

Once you've received your offer, don't forget to check out our:

Check your English Language Requirements if you have a conditional offer.

UCAS applicants: check your UCAS hub on a regular basis.

Direct/ Common App applicants: check your emails regularly.

4. Accepting your offer

Don't forget to:

  • Apply for accommodation
  • Pay your deposit using the Applicant Portal via your unique link in your offer letter or submit your guarantee letter from your sponsor (if you are Federal Aid/Sponsored).
  • Accept your offer via the Applicant Portal

5. Passing all relevant pre-CAS Checks 

There is information on passing the pre-CAS checks on our Student Visa page.

6. Understanding CAS

CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies). You can find more information about passing pre-CAS checks to obtain a CAS on our Student Visa information page.

If you've not received your CAS, you may have further assessments to complete. Please contact us for more information.

7. Further assessment

Visit our student immigration and compliance pages for more information

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8. Nearly there

Get ready for your induction week and prepare to have an extraordinary life at UEL!