Preparing to study
You’ve received an offer, what next?
Applying and receiving an offer is the start of your journey to study with us, there are a few more steps you need to take before we see you on campus.
Important dates
You must request your CAS by the published deadlines, at the latest. Please note that these CAS request deadlines are based on standard visa processing times, and are set in conjunction with the University. For some programmes, the CAS will be issued by Study Group; for other programmes, the Combined visa (iCAS) is issued by the University. If the deadlines for your programme are not yet currently listed, you will be contacted by Admissions when the information is available.
CAS deadlines
Pre-Masters Programme: May Intake (1 Semester) 18th May | 10th April 2023 | 17th April 2023 | 24th April 2023 | 1st May 2023 |
Pre-Masters Programme: June Intake (3 Semester) 22nd June | 15th May 2023 | 22nd May 2023 | 29th May 2023 | 5th June 2023 |
International Foundation Year: September Intake 25th September | 18th August 2023 | 25th August 2023 | 1st September 2023 | 8th September 2023 |
Pre-Masters Programme: September Intake 18th September | 11th August 2023 | 18th August 2023 | 25th August 2023 | 1st September 2023 |
International Foundation Year: November Intake (Enhanced Induction) 27th November | 20th October 2023 | 27th October 2023 | 3rd November 2023 | 10th November 2023 |
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For United Kingdom onshore students (already in the UK) the CAS deadline is 18th May 2023 (for the May start).
Later CAS deadlines may be available if you are using a Super Priority or Priority Service. Contact Admissions for information.
“The International Study Centre is a very important step that I think students should take, especially if it’s your first time in this country. It doesn’t just prepare you academically; it also prepares you for life in a different city, so it’s an important progression.”
Omar from Oman
Studied International Foundation Year – Engineering and Physical Sciences